Size and weight is a big decision factor when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, We are going to illustrate Ricoh WG-6 and Canon A4000 IS side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Ricoh WG-6 has external dimensions of 118 x 66 x 33 mm (4.65 x 2.6 x 1.3″) and weighs 246 g (0.54 lb / 8.68 oz) (including batteries). Canon A4000 IS has external dimensions of 95 x 56 x 24 mm (3.74 x 2.2 x 0.94″) and weighs 145 g (0.32 lb / 5.11 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Ricoh WG-6 and Canon A4000 IS. Canon A4000 IS is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 23mm narrower, 10mm shorter and 9mm thinner than Ricoh WG-6.
Comparison image of Ricoh WG-6 and Canon A4000 IS Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of Ricoh WG-6 and Canon A4000 IS.
Comparison image of Ricoh WG-6 and Canon A4000 IS Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Ricoh WG-6 and Canon A4000 IS.
Top View Comparison image of Ricoh WG-6 and Canon A4000 IS Size
Weight is another important factor especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Canon A4000 IS is significantly lighter (101g ) than the Ricoh WG-6 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather sealed body of WG-6, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to A4000 IS.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Ricoh WG-6 and Canon A4000 IS's LCD screens has the same diagonal size of 3.00".
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.