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 WG-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 WG-1 has external dimensions of 114 x 58 x 28 mm (4.49 x 2.28 x 1.1″) and weighs 157 g (0.35 lb / 5.54 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Ricoh WG-4 GPS and the Pentax WG-1. Pentax WG-1 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 10mm narrower, 6mm shorter and 5mm thinner than Ricoh WG-4 GPS.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Pentax WG-1.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Pentax WG-1.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Pentax WG-1 is significantly lighter (78g ) than the Ricoh WG-4 GPS which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
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LCD Screen Size and Features
Ricoh WG-4 GPS's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Pentax WG-1's 2.7" screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.