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 Panasonic LF1 and Olympus TG-320 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. 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). Olympus TG-320 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 the Panasonic LF1 and the Olympus TG-320. Olympus TG-320 is 7mm narrower and 5mm thinner than Panasonic LF1 but it is also 1mm taller.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic LF1 and Olympus TG-320.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic LF1 and Olympus TG-320.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Olympus TG-320 is significantly lighter (37g ) than the Panasonic LF1 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the TG-320, 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
Panasonic LF1's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Olympus TG-320's 2.7 screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.