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-6 and Canon A810 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 A810 has external dimensions of 95 x 62 x 30 mm (3.74 x 2.44 x 1.18″) and weighs 171 g (0.38 lb / 6.03 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Ricoh WG-6 and the Canon A810. Canon A810 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 23mm narrower, 4mm shorter and 3mm thinner than Ricoh WG-6.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Ricoh WG-6 and Canon A810.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Ricoh WG-6 and Canon A810.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Canon A810 is significantly lighter (75g ) 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 the WG-6, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the A810.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Ricoh WG-6's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Canon A810's 2.7" screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.