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-70 and Kodak M580 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Ricoh WG-70 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). Kodak M580 has external dimensions of 101 x 59 x 56 mm (3.98 x 2.32 x 2.2″) and weighs 150 g (0.33 lb / 5.29 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Ricoh WG-70 and the Kodak M580. Kodak M580 is 22mm narrower and 3mm shorter than Ricoh WG-70 but it is also 26mm thicker.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Ricoh WG-70 and Kodak M580.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Ricoh WG-70 and Kodak M580.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Kodak M580 is significantly lighter (43g ) than the Ricoh WG-70 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the WG-70, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the M580.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Kodak M580's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Ricoh WG-70's 2.7 screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.