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 Panasonic ZS70 and Olympus TG-860 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic ZS70 has external dimensions of 112 x 67 x 41 mm (4.41 x 2.64 x 1.61″) and weighs 322 g (0.71 lb / 11.36 oz) (including batteries). Olympus TG-860 has external dimensions of 110 x 64 x 28 mm (5.12 x 2.52 x 1.1″) and weighs 224 g (0.49 lb / 7.90 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic ZS70 and the Olympus TG-860. Olympus TG-860 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 2mm narrower, 3mm shorter and 13mm thinner than Panasonic ZS70.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic ZS70 and Olympus TG-860.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic ZS70 and Olympus TG-860.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Olympus TG-860 is significantly lighter (98g ) than the Panasonic ZS70 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the TG-860, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the ZS70.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Panasonic ZS70 and Olympus TG-860's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Both cameras feature
Tilting screens where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels.