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-630 iHS and Canon SX40 HS side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Olympus TG-630 iHS has external dimensions of 98 x 66 x 22 mm (3.86 x 2.6 x 0.87″) and weighs 167 g (0.37 lb / 5.89 oz) (including batteries). Canon SX40 HS has external dimensions of 123 x 92 x 108 mm (4.84 x 3.62 x 4.25″) and weighs 600 g (1.32 lb / 21.16 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Olympus TG-630 iHS and the Canon SX40 HS. Olympus TG-630 iHS is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 25mm narrower, 26mm shorter and 86mm thinner than Canon SX40 HS.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Olympus TG-630 iHS and Canon SX40 HS.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Olympus TG-630 iHS and Canon SX40 HS.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Olympus TG-630 iHS is significantly lighter (433g ) than the Canon SX40 HS which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the TG-630 iHS, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the SX40 HS.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Olympus TG-630 iHS's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Canon SX40 HS's 2.7 screen.