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 FZ70 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 FZ70 has external dimensions of 130 x 97 x 118 mm (5.12 x 3.82 x 4.65″) and weighs 606 g (1.34 lb / 21.38 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Ricoh WG-6 and the Panasonic FZ70. Ricoh WG-6 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 12mm narrower, 31mm shorter and 85mm thinner than Panasonic FZ70.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Ricoh WG-6 and Panasonic FZ70.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Ricoh WG-6 and Panasonic FZ70.
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 (360g ) than the Panasonic FZ70 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 FZ70.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Ricoh WG-6 and Panasonic FZ70'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.