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 Sony HX7V 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). Sony HX7V has external dimensions of 102 x 58 x 29 mm (4.02 x 2.28 x 1.14″) and weighs 208 g (0.46 lb / 7.34 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Ricoh WG-6 and Sony HX7V. Sony HX7V is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 16mm narrower, 8mm shorter and 4mm thinner than Ricoh WG-6.
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Comparison image of Ricoh WG-6 and Sony HX7V Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of Ricoh WG-6 and Sony HX7V.
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Comparison image of Ricoh WG-6 and Sony HX7V Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Ricoh WG-6 and Sony HX7V.
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Top View Comparison image of Ricoh WG-6 and Sony HX7V Size
Weight is another important factor especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Sony HX7V is significantly lighter (38g ) 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 Sony HX7V'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.