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-8 and Ricoh WG-1000 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Ricoh WG-8 has external dimensions of 118 x 66 x 33 mm (4.65 x 2.6 x 1.3″) and weighs 242 g (0.53 lb / 8.54 oz) (including batteries). Ricoh WG-1000 has external dimensions of 116 x 69 x 51 mm and weighs 246 g (0.54 lb / 8.68 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Ricoh WG-8 and the Ricoh WG-1000. In this case, we can see that Ricoh WG-8 and Ricoh WG-1000 have the exact same height, width and thickness.
Comparison image of the Ricoh WG-8 and the Ricoh WG-1000 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of the Ricoh WG-8 and Ricoh WG-1000.
Comparison image of the Ricoh WG-8 and the Ricoh WG-1000 Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Ricoh WG-8 and Ricoh WG-1000.
Top View Comparison image of the Ricoh WG-8 and the Ricoh WG-1000 Size
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Ricoh WG-8 is 4g lighter than the Ricoh WG-1000 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
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LCD Screen Size and Features
Ricoh WG-8's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Ricoh WG-1000's 2.7 screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.
