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-610 and Canon SX30 IS side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Olympus TG-610 has external dimensions of 96 x 65 x 26 mm (3.78 x 2.56 x 1.02″) and weighs 190 g (0.42 lb / 6.70 oz) (including batteries). Canon SX30 IS has external dimensions of 123 x 92 x 108 mm (4.84 x 3.62 x 4.25″) and weighs 601 g (1.32 lb / 21.20 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Olympus TG-610 and the Canon SX30 IS. Olympus TG-610 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 27mm narrower, 27mm shorter and 82mm thinner than Canon SX30 IS.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Olympus TG-610 is significantly lighter (411g ) than the Canon SX30 IS which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the TG-610, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the SX30 IS.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Olympus TG-610's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Canon SX30 IS's 2.7" screen.