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-830 iHS and Panasonic ZS80 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Olympus TG-830 iHS has external dimensions of 109 x 67 x 28 mm (4.29 x 2.64 x 1.1″) and weighs 214 g (0.47 lb / 7.55 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic ZS80 has external dimensions of 112 x 69 x 42 mm (4.41 x 2.72 x 1.65″) and weighs 327 g (0.72 lb / 11.53 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Olympus TG-830 iHS and the Panasonic ZS80. Olympus TG-830 iHS is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 3mm narrower, 2mm shorter and 14mm thinner than Panasonic ZS80.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Olympus TG-830 iHS and Panasonic ZS80.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Olympus TG-830 iHS and Panasonic ZS80.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Olympus TG-830 iHS is significantly lighter (113g ) than the Panasonic ZS80 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the TG-830 iHS, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the ZS80.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Olympus TG-830 iHS and Panasonic ZS80's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Panasonic ZS80 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-830 iHS has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to ZS80.