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 Sony TX30 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). Sony TX30 has external dimensions of and weighs 141 g (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Ricoh WG-5 GPS and the Sony TX30. Sony TX30 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 29mm narrower, 6mm shorter and 17mm thinner than Ricoh WG-5 GPS.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Ricoh WG-5 GPS and Sony TX30.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Ricoh WG-5 GPS and Sony TX30.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Sony TX30 is significantly lighter (95g ) than the Ricoh WG-5 GPS which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
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LCD Screen Size and Features
Sony TX30's 3.30" LCD screen is slightly larger than Ricoh WG-5 GPS's 3 screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.