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 TG-860 and Olympus TG-870 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Olympus TG-860 has external dimensions of 110 x 64 x 28 mm (5.12 x 2.52 x 1.1″) and weighs 224 g (0.49 lb / 7.90 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 Olympus TG-860 and the Olympus TG-870.
Comparison image of the Olympus TG-860 and the Olympus TG-870 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of the Olympus TG-860 and Olympus TG-870.
Comparison image of the Olympus TG-860 and the Olympus TG-870 Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Olympus TG-860 and Olympus TG-870.
Top View Comparison image of the Olympus TG-860 and the Olympus TG-870 Size
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Olympus TG-870 is 3g lighter than the Olympus TG-860 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
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LCD Screen Size and Features
Olympus TG-860 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.