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 W800 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 W800 has external dimensions of 97 x 55 x 21 mm (1.97 x 0.87 x 2.13″) and weighs 125 g (0.28 lb / 4.41 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Ricoh WG-6 and Sony W800. Sony W800 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 21mm narrower, 11mm shorter and 12mm thinner than Ricoh WG-6.
Comparison image of Ricoh WG-6 and Sony W800 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of Ricoh WG-6 and Sony W800.
Comparison image of Ricoh WG-6 and Sony W800 Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Ricoh WG-6 and Sony W800.
Top View Comparison image of Ricoh WG-6 and Sony W800 Size
Weight is another important factor especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Sony W800 is significantly lighter (121g ) 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 WG-6, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to W800.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Ricoh WG-6's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Sony W800's 2.7" screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.