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 Pentax MX-1 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). Pentax MX-1 has external dimensions of 122 x 61 x 51 mm (4.8 x 2.4 x 2.01″) and weighs 391 g (0.86 lb / 13.79 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Ricoh WG-4 GPS and the Pentax MX-1. Pentax MX-1 is 2mm narrower and 3mm shorter than Ricoh WG-4 GPS but it is also 18mm thicker.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Pentax MX-1.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Pentax MX-1.
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 (156g ) than the Pentax MX-1 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 MX-1.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Pentax MX-1's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Pentax MX-1 features a
Tilting screen where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels whereas the Ricoh WG-4 GPS has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to MX-1.