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 G5 X and Olympus TG-830 iHS side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Canon G5 X has external dimensions of 112 x 76 x 44 mm (4.41 x 2.99 x 1.73″) and weighs 353 g (0.78 lb / 12.45 oz) (including batteries). Olympus TG-830 iHS has external dimensions of 109 x 67 x 28 mm (4.29 x 2.64 x 1.1″) and weighs 214 g (0.47 lb / 7.55 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Canon G5 X and the Olympus TG-830 iHS. Olympus TG-830 iHS is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 3mm narrower, 9mm shorter and 16mm thinner than Canon G5 X.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Canon G5 X and Olympus TG-830 iHS.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Canon G5 X and Olympus TG-830 iHS.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Olympus TG-830 iHS is significantly lighter (139g ) than the Canon G5 X which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the TG-830 iHS, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the G5 X.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Canon G5 X and Olympus TG-830 iHS's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Canon G5 X sports a
Fully Articulated screen which you can change the angle and position of the screen almost freely, making it possible to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels, and especially very useful for shooting selfies and video. Olympus TG-830 iHS's LCD screen is a fixed type which provides almost no flexibility in shooting positions compared to G5 X.