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 Nikon A1000 and Olympus TG-870 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Nikon A1000 has external dimensions of 114 x 72 x 41 mm (4.49 x 2.83 x 1.61″) and weighs 330 g (0.73 lb / 11.64 oz) (including batteries). Olympus TG-870 has external dimensions of 113 x 64 x 28 mm (4.45 x 2.52 x 1.1″) and weighs 221 g (0.49 lb / 7.80 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Nikon A1000 and the Olympus TG-870. Olympus TG-870 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 1mm narrower, 8mm shorter and 13mm thinner than Nikon A1000.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Nikon A1000 and Olympus TG-870.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon A1000 and Olympus TG-870.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Olympus TG-870 is significantly lighter (109g ) than the Nikon A1000 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the TG-870, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the A1000.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Nikon A1000 and Olympus TG-870'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.