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 Panasonic SZ1 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 SZ1 has external dimensions of 99 x 59 x 21 mm (3.9 x 2.32 x 0.83″) and weighs 131 g (0.29 lb / 4.62 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Ricoh WG-6 and Panasonic SZ1. Panasonic SZ1 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 19mm narrower, 7mm shorter and 12mm thinner than Ricoh WG-6.
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Comparison image of Ricoh WG-6 and Panasonic SZ1 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of Ricoh WG-6 and Panasonic SZ1.
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Comparison image of Ricoh WG-6 and Panasonic SZ1 Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Ricoh WG-6 and Panasonic SZ1.
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Top View Comparison image of Ricoh WG-6 and Panasonic SZ1 Size
Weight is another important factor especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic SZ1 is significantly lighter (115g ) than the Ricoh WG-6 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
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LCD Screen Size and Features
Ricoh WG-6 and Panasonic SZ1'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.