Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Canon G16 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Ricoh WG-4 GPS has external dimensions of 124 x 64 x 33 mm (4.88 x 2.52 x 1.3″) and weighs 235 g (0.52 lb / 8.29 oz) (including batteries). Canon G16 has external dimensions of 109 x 76 x 40 mm (4.29 x 2.99 x 1.57″) and weighs 356 g (0.78 lb / 12.56 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Ricoh WG-4 GPS and the Canon G16. Ricoh WG-4 GPS is 12mm shorter and 7mm thinner than Canon G16 but it is also 15mm wider.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Canon G16.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Canon G16.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Ricoh WG-4 GPS is significantly lighter (121g ) than the Canon G16 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the WG-4 GPS, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the G16.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Canon G16's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.