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 A4000 IS and Olympus TG-6 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Canon A4000 IS has external dimensions of 95 x 56 x 24 mm (3.74 x 2.2 x 0.94″) and weighs 145 g (0.32 lb / 5.11 oz) (including batteries). Olympus TG-6 has external dimensions of 113 x 66 x 32 mm (4.45 x 2.6 x 1.26″) and weighs 253 g (0.56 lb / 8.92 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Canon A4000 IS and the Olympus TG-6. Canon A4000 IS is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 18mm narrower, 10mm shorter and 8mm thinner than Olympus TG-6.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Canon A4000 IS and Olympus TG-6.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Canon A4000 IS and Olympus TG-6.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Canon A4000 IS is significantly lighter (108g ) than the Olympus TG-6 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the TG-6, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the A4000 IS.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Canon A4000 IS and Olympus TG-6'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.