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 TS1 and Olympus FE-45 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic TS1 has external dimensions of 98 x 63 x 23 mm (3.86 x 2.48 x 0.91″) and weighs 189 g (0.42 lb / 6.67 oz) (including batteries). Olympus FE-45 has external dimensions of 94 x 62 x 23 mm (3.7 x 2.44 x 0.91″) and weighs 142 g (0.31 lb / 5.01 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic TS1 and the Olympus FE-45. Olympus FE-45 is 4mm narrower and 1mm shorter than Panasonic TS1 but they have the same thickness of 23mm.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic TS1 and Olympus FE-45.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Olympus FE-45 is significantly lighter (47g ) than the Panasonic TS1 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the TS1, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the FE-45.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Panasonic TS1's 2.70" LCD screen is slightly larger than Olympus FE-45's 2.5" screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.