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-310 and Panasonic TS5 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Olympus TG-310 has external dimensions of 96 x 63 x 23 mm (3.78 x 2.48 x 0.91″) and weighs 155 g (0.34 lb / 5.47 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 TG-310 and the Panasonic TS5. Olympus TG-310 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 14mm narrower, 4mm shorter and 6mm thinner than Panasonic TS5.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Olympus TG-310 and Panasonic TS5.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Olympus TG-310 is significantly lighter (59g ) than the Panasonic TS5 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
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LCD Screen Size and Features
Panasonic TS5's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Olympus TG-310's 2.7 screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.