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 Panasonic LF1 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). Panasonic LF1 has external dimensions of 103 x 62 x 28 mm (4.06 x 2.44 x 1.1″) and weighs 192 g (0.42 lb / 6.77 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Olympus TG-3 and the Panasonic LF1. Panasonic LF1 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 9mm narrower, 4mm shorter and 3mm thinner than Olympus TG-3.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Olympus TG-3 and Panasonic LF1.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Olympus TG-3 and Panasonic LF1.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic LF1 is significantly lighter (55g ) 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 LF1.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Olympus TG-3 and Panasonic LF1'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.