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-50 and Panasonic TS30 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Ricoh WG-50 has external dimensions of 123 x 62 x 30 mm (4.84 x 2.44 x 1.18″) and weighs 193 g (0.43 lb / 6.81 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic TS30 has external dimensions of 104 x 58 x 20 mm (4.09 x 2.28 x 0.79″) and weighs 142 g (0.31 lb / 5.01 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Ricoh WG-50 and the Panasonic TS30. Panasonic TS30 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 19mm narrower, 4mm shorter and 10mm thinner than Ricoh WG-50.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Ricoh WG-50 and Panasonic TS30.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Ricoh WG-50 and Panasonic TS30.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic TS30 is significantly lighter (51g ) than the Ricoh WG-50 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
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LCD Screen Size and Features
Ricoh WG-50 and Panasonic TS30's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 2.70 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.