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-5 and Canon G1 X II side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Olympus TG-5 has external dimensions of 113 x 66 x 32 mm (4.45 x 2.6 x 1.26″) and weighs 250 g (0.55 lb / 8.82 oz) (including batteries). Canon G1 X II has external dimensions of 116 x 74 x 66 mm (4.57 x 2.91 x 2.6″) and weighs 553 g (1.22 lb / 19.51 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Olympus TG-5 and the Canon G1 X II. Olympus TG-5 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 3mm narrower, 8mm shorter and 34mm thinner than Canon G1 X II.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Olympus TG-5 and Canon G1 X II.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Olympus TG-5 and Canon G1 X II.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Olympus TG-5 is significantly lighter (303g ) than the Canon G1 X II which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the TG-5, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the G1 X MII.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Olympus TG-5 and Canon G1 X II's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Canon G1 X II 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 Olympus TG-5 has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to G1 X MII.