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 Nikon L820 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). Nikon L820 has external dimensions of 111 x 76 x 85 mm (4.37 x 2.99 x 3.35″) and weighs 470 g (1.04 lb / 16.58 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Ricoh WG-6 and the Nikon L820. Ricoh WG-6 is 10mm shorter and 52mm thinner than Nikon L820 but it is also 7mm wider.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Ricoh WG-6 and Nikon L820.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Ricoh WG-6 and Nikon L820.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Ricoh WG-6 is significantly lighter (224g ) than the Nikon L820 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 L820.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Ricoh WG-6 and Nikon L820's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.