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-820 iHS and Panasonic ZS45 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Olympus TG-820 iHS has external dimensions of 101 x 65 x 26 mm (3.98 x 2.56 x 1.02″) and weighs 206 g (0.45 lb / 7.27 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic ZS45 has external dimensions of 108 x 60 x 32 mm (4.25 x 2.36 x 1.26″) and weighs 249 g (0.55 lb / 8.78 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Olympus TG-820 iHS and the Panasonic ZS45. Olympus TG-820 iHS is 7mm narrower and 6mm thinner than Panasonic ZS45 but it is also 5mm taller.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Olympus TG-820 iHS and Panasonic ZS45.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Olympus TG-820 iHS and Panasonic ZS45.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Olympus TG-820 iHS is significantly lighter (43g ) than the Panasonic ZS45 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the TG-820 iHS, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the ZS45.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Olympus TG-820 iHS and Panasonic ZS45's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Panasonic ZS45 features a
Tilting screen where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels whereas the Olympus TG-820 iHS has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to ZS45.