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-6 and Panasonic TS3 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Olympus TG-6 has external dimensions of 113 x 66 x 32 mm (4.45 x 2.6 x 1.26″) and weighs 253 g (0.56 lb / 8.92 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic TS3 has external dimensions of 103 x 64 x 27 mm (4.06 x 2.52 x 1.06″) and weighs 197 g (0.43 lb / 6.95 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Olympus TG-6 and the Panasonic TS3. Panasonic TS3 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 10mm narrower, 2mm shorter and 5mm thinner than Olympus TG-6.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Olympus TG-6 and Panasonic TS3.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Olympus TG-6 and Panasonic TS3.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic TS3 is significantly lighter (56g ) than the Olympus TG-6 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
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LCD Screen Size and Features
Olympus TG-6's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Panasonic TS3's 2.7" screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.