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 Panasonic FH8 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). Panasonic FH8 has external dimensions of 96 x 57 x 19 mm (3.78 x 2.24 x 0.75″) and weighs 123 g (0.27 lb / 4.34 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Ricoh WG-6 and the Panasonic FH8. Panasonic FH8 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 22mm narrower, 9mm shorter and 14mm thinner than Ricoh WG-6.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Ricoh WG-6 and Panasonic FH8.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Ricoh WG-6 and Panasonic FH8.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic FH8 is significantly lighter (123g ) 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 FH8.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Ricoh WG-6 and Panasonic FH8'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.