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 TS20 and Olympus TG-5 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic TS20 has external dimensions of 101 x 58 x 19 mm (3.98 x 2.28 x 0.75″) and weighs 142 g (0.31 lb / 5.01 oz) (including batteries). Olympus TG-5 has external dimensions of 113 x 66 x 32 mm (4.45 x 2.6 x 1.26″) and weighs 250 g (0.55 lb / 8.82 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic TS20 and the Olympus TG-5. Panasonic TS20 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 12mm narrower, 8mm shorter and 13mm thinner than Olympus TG-5.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic TS20 and Olympus TG-5.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic TS20 and Olympus TG-5.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic TS20 is significantly lighter (108g ) than the Olympus TG-5 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
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LCD Screen Size and Features
Olympus TG-5's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Panasonic TS20's 2.7" screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.