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 Sony W710 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 W710 has external dimensions of 97 x 55 x 20 mm (3.82 x 2.17 x 0.79″) and weighs 114 g (0.25 lb / 4.02 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Ricoh WG-6 and the Sony W710. Sony W710 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 21mm narrower, 11mm shorter and 13mm thinner than Ricoh WG-6.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Ricoh WG-6 and Sony W710.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Sony W710 is significantly lighter (132g ) 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 W710.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Ricoh WG-6's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Sony W710's 2.7" screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.