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-870 and Canon G5 X MII side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. 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). Canon G5 X MII has external dimensions of 111 x 61 x 46 mm (4.37 x 2.4 x 1.81″) and weighs 340 g (0.75 lb / 11.99 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Olympus TG-870 and the Canon G5 X MII. Canon G5 X MII is 2mm narrower and 3mm shorter than Olympus TG-870 but it is also 18mm thicker.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Olympus TG-870 and Canon G5 X MII.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Olympus TG-870 and Canon G5 X MII.
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 (119g ) than the Canon G5 X MII 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 G5 X MII.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Olympus TG-870 and Canon G5 X MII'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.