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 Olympus SP-100 and Panasonic TS5 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Olympus SP-100 has external dimensions of 122 x 91 x 133 mm (4.8 x 3.6 x 5.25″) and weighs 594 g (1.31 lb / 20.95 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic TS5 has external dimensions of 110 x 67 x 29 mm (4.33 x 2.64 x 1.14″) and weighs 214 g (0.47 lb / 7.55 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Olympus SP-100 and the Panasonic TS5. Panasonic TS5 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 12mm narrower, 24mm shorter and 104mm thinner than Olympus SP-100.
Comparison image of the Olympus SP-100 and the Panasonic TS5 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of the Olympus SP-100 and Panasonic TS5.
Comparison image of the Olympus SP-100 and the Panasonic TS5 Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Olympus SP-100 and Panasonic TS5.
Top View Comparison image of the Olympus SP-100 and the Panasonic TS5 Size
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic TS5 is significantly lighter (380g ) than the Olympus SP-100 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the TS5, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the SP-100.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Olympus SP-100 and Panasonic TS5'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.
