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 Canon G11 and Ricoh GR Digital IV side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Canon G11 has external dimensions of 112 x 76 x 48 mm (4.41 x 2.99 x 1.89″) and weighs 375 g (0.83 lb / 13.23 oz) (including batteries). Ricoh GR Digital IV has external dimensions of 109 x 59 x 33 mm (4.29 x 2.32 x 1.3″) and weighs 190 g (0.42 lb / 6.70 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Canon G11 and the Ricoh GR Digital IV. Ricoh GR Digital IV is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 3mm narrower, 17mm shorter and 15mm thinner than Canon G11.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Ricoh GR Digital IV is significantly lighter (185g ) than the Canon G11 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Canon PowerShot G11 nor Ricoh GR Digital IV provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Ricoh GR Digital IV's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Canon G11's 2.8 screen.
On the other hand, Canon G11 sports a
Fully Articulated screen which you can change the angle and position of the screen almost freely, making it possible to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels, and especially very useful for shooting selfies and video. On the other hand, Ricoh GR Digital IV has a fixed type screen which provides almost no flexibility in shooting positions compared to G11.