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 Samsung ST600 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). Samsung ST600 has external dimensions of 104 x 60 x 20 mm (4.09 x 2.36 x 0.79″) and weighs 150 g (0.33 lb / 5.29 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Olympus TG-5 and the Samsung ST600. Samsung ST600 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 9mm narrower, 6mm shorter and 12mm thinner than Olympus TG-5.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Olympus TG-5 and Samsung ST600.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Samsung ST600 is significantly lighter (100g ) 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 ST600.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Samsung ST600's 3.50" LCD screen is slightly larger than Olympus TG-5's 3 screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.