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 Olympus TG-3 and Panasonic FZ47 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Olympus TG-3 has external dimensions of 112 x 66 x 31 mm (4.41 x 2.6 x 1.22″) and weighs 247 g (0.54 lb / 8.71 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic FZ47 has external dimensions of 120 x 80 x 92 mm (4.72 x 3.15 x 3.62″) and weighs 498 g (1.10 lb / 17.57 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Olympus TG-3 and the Panasonic FZ47. Olympus TG-3 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 8mm narrower, 14mm shorter and 61mm thinner than Panasonic FZ47.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Olympus TG-3 and Panasonic FZ47.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Olympus TG-3 and Panasonic FZ47.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Olympus TG-3 is significantly lighter (251g ) than the Panasonic FZ47 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the TG-3, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the FZ47.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Olympus TG-3 and Panasonic FZ47's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.