Size and weight is a big decision factor when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, We are going to illustrate Panasonic FX48 and Olympus TG-310 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic FX48 has external dimensions of 95 x 53 x 22 mm (3.74 x 2.09 x 0.87″) and weighs 150 g (0.33 lb / 5.29 oz) (including batteries). Olympus TG-310 has external dimensions of 96 x 63 x 23 mm (3.78 x 2.48 x 0.91″) and weighs 155 g (0.34 lb / 5.47 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Panasonic FX48 and Olympus TG-310. Panasonic FX48 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 1mm narrower, 10mm shorter and 1mm thinner than Olympus TG-310.
Comparison image of Panasonic FX48 and Olympus TG-310 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Weight is another important factor especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic FX48 is 5g lighter than the Olympus TG-310 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
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LCD Screen Size and Features
Olympus TG-310's 2.7" LCD screen is slightly larger than Panasonic FX48's 2.5" screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.