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 TS2 and Olympus TG-2 iHS 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 TG-2 iHS has external dimensions of 111 x 67 x 29 mm (4.37 x 2.64 x 1.14″) and weighs 230 g (0.51 lb / 8.11 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic TS2 and the Olympus TG-2 iHS. Panasonic TS2 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 12mm narrower, 4mm shorter and 5mm thinner than Olympus TG-2 iHS.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic TS2 and Olympus TG-2 iHS.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic TS2 and Olympus TG-2 iHS.
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 (42g ) than the Olympus TG-2 iHS which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
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LCD Screen Size and Features
Olympus TG-2 iHS's 3.00" 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.