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 TS2 and Olympus SZ-30MR side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic TS2 has external dimensions of 99 x 63 x 24 mm (3.9 x 2.48 x 0.94″) and weighs 188 g (0.41 lb / 6.63 oz) (including batteries). Olympus SZ-30MR has external dimensions of 106 x 69 x 40 mm (4.17 x 2.72 x 1.57″) and weighs 226 g (0.50 lb / 7.97 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Panasonic TS2 and Olympus SZ-30MR. Panasonic TS2 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 7mm narrower, 6mm shorter and 16mm thinner than Olympus SZ-30MR.
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Comparison image of Panasonic TS2 and Olympus SZ-30MR Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic TS2 and Olympus SZ-30MR.
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Top View Comparison image of Panasonic TS2 and Olympus SZ-30MR Size
Weight is another important factor especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic TS2 is significantly lighter (38g ) than the Olympus SZ-30MR which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
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LCD Screen Size and Features
Olympus SZ-30MR's 3" LCD screen is slightly larger than Panasonic TS2's 2.7" screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.