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 G9 X and Olympus TG-870 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Canon G9 X has external dimensions of 98 x 58 x 31 mm (3.86 x 2.28 x 1.21″) and weighs 209 g (0.46 lb / 7.37 oz) (including batteries). Olympus TG-870 has external dimensions of 113 x 64 x 28 mm (4.45 x 2.52 x 1.1″) and weighs 221 g (0.49 lb / 7.80 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Canon G9 X and the Olympus TG-870. Canon G9 X is 15mm narrower and 6mm shorter than Olympus TG-870 but it is also 3mm thicker.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Canon G9 X and Olympus TG-870.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Canon G9 X and Olympus TG-870.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Canon G9 X is 12g lighter than the Olympus TG-870 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the TG-870, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the G9 X.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Canon G9 X and Olympus TG-870's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Olympus TG-870 features a
Tilting screen where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels whereas the Canon G9 X has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to TG-870.