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-5 GPS and Panasonic FZ35 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Ricoh WG-5 GPS has external dimensions of 125 x 65 x 32 mm (4.92 x 2.56 x 1.26″) and weighs 236 g (0.52 lb / 8.32 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic FZ35 has external dimensions of 118 x 76 x 89 mm (4.65 x 2.99 x 3.5″) and weighs 397 g (0.88 lb / 14.00 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Ricoh WG-5 GPS and the Panasonic FZ35. Ricoh WG-5 GPS is 11mm shorter and 57mm thinner than Panasonic FZ35 but it is also 7mm wider.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Ricoh WG-5 GPS and Panasonic FZ35.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Ricoh WG-5 GPS and Panasonic FZ35.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Ricoh WG-5 GPS is significantly lighter (161g ) than the Panasonic FZ35 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the WG-5 GPS, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the FZ35.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Ricoh WG-5 GPS's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Panasonic FZ35's 2.7 screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.