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 SX160 IS and Olympus TG-6 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Canon SX160 IS has external dimensions of 111 x 73 x 44 mm (4.37 x 2.87 x 1.73″) and weighs 291 g (0.64 lb / 10.26 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 SX160 IS and the Olympus TG-6. Olympus TG-6 is 7mm shorter and 12mm thinner than Canon SX160 IS but it is also 2mm wider.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Canon SX160 IS and Olympus TG-6.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Canon SX160 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.
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 SX160 IS.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Canon SX160 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.