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-3 and Canon G9 X side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Olympus TG-3 has external dimensions of 112 x 66 x 31 mm (4.41 x 2.6 x 1.22″) and weighs 247 g (0.54 lb / 8.71 oz) (including batteries). Canon G9 X has external dimensions of 98 x 58 x 31 mm (3.86 x 2.28 x 1.21″) and weighs 209 g (0.46 lb / 7.37 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Olympus TG-3 and the Canon G9 X. Canon G9 X is 14mm narrower and 8mm shorter than Olympus TG-3 but they have the same thickness of 31mm.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Olympus TG-3 and Canon G9 X.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Olympus TG-3 and Canon G9 X.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Canon G9 X is significantly lighter (38g ) than the Olympus TG-3 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the TG-3, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the G9 X.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Olympus TG-3 and Canon G9 X's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.