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-5 and Panasonic LS5 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Olympus TG-5 has external dimensions of 113 x 66 x 32 mm (4.45 x 2.6 x 1.26″) and weighs 250 g (0.55 lb / 8.82 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic LS5 has external dimensions of 97 x 62 x 27 mm (3.82 x 2.44 x 1.06″) and weighs 126 g (0.28 lb / 4.44 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Olympus TG-5 and the Panasonic LS5. Panasonic LS5 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 16mm narrower, 4mm shorter and 5mm thinner than Olympus TG-5.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Olympus TG-5 and Panasonic LS5.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Olympus TG-5 and Panasonic LS5.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic LS5 is significantly lighter (124g ) than the Olympus TG-5 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the TG-5, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the LS5.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Olympus TG-5's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Panasonic LS5's 2.7 screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.