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 Sony TX100V 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). Sony TX100V has external dimensions of 97 x 59 x 18 mm (3.82 x 2.32 x 0.71″) and weighs 147 g (0.32 lb / 5.19 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Ricoh WG-50 and the Sony TX100V. Sony TX100V is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 26mm narrower, 3mm shorter and 12mm thinner than Ricoh WG-50.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Ricoh WG-50 and Sony TX100V.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Ricoh WG-50 and Sony TX100V.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Sony TX100V is significantly lighter (46g ) than the Ricoh WG-50 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the WG-50, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the TX100V.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Sony TX100V's 3.50" LCD screen is slightly larger than Ricoh WG-50's 2.7 screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.