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 Ricoh WG-50 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). Ricoh WG-50 has external dimensions of 123 x 62 x 30 mm (4.84 x 2.44 x 1.18″) and weighs 193 g (0.43 lb / 6.81 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Ricoh WG-6 and the Ricoh WG-50. Ricoh WG-50 is 4mm shorter and 3mm thinner than Ricoh WG-6 but it is also 5mm wider.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Ricoh WG-6 and Ricoh WG-50.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Ricoh WG-6 and Ricoh WG-50.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Ricoh WG-50 is significantly lighter (53g ) 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's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Ricoh WG-50's 2.7 screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.