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 SX720 HS 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 SX720 HS has external dimensions of 110 x 64 x 36 mm (4.33 x 2.52 x 1.42″) and weighs 270 g (0.60 lb / 9.52 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Ricoh WG-6 and Canon SX720 HS. Canon SX720 HS is 8mm narrower and 2mm shorter than Ricoh WG-6 but it is also 3mm thicker.
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Comparison image of Ricoh WG-6 and Canon SX720 HS Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of Ricoh WG-6 and Canon SX720 HS.
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Comparison image of Ricoh WG-6 and Canon SX720 HS Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Ricoh WG-6 and Canon SX720 HS.
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Top View Comparison image of Ricoh WG-6 and Canon SX720 HS Size
Weight is another important factor especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Ricoh WG-6 is 24g lighter than the Canon SX720 HS but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
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LCD Screen Size and Features
Ricoh WG-6 and Canon SX720 HS'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.