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 TS3 and Olympus SP-600 UZ side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic TS3 has external dimensions of 103 x 64 x 27 mm (4.06 x 2.52 x 1.06″) and weighs 197 g (0.43 lb / 6.95 oz) (including batteries). Olympus SP-600 UZ has external dimensions of 110 x 90 x 91 mm (4.33 x 3.54 x 3.58″) and weighs 455 g (1.00 lb / 16.05 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic TS3 and the Olympus SP-600 UZ. Panasonic TS3 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 7mm narrower, 26mm shorter and 64mm thinner than Olympus SP-600 UZ.
Comparison image of the Panasonic TS3 and the Olympus SP-600 UZ Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic TS3 and Olympus SP-600 UZ.
Comparison image of the Panasonic TS3 and the Olympus SP-600 UZ Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic TS3 and Olympus SP-600 UZ.
Top View Comparison image of the Panasonic TS3 and the Olympus SP-600 UZ Size
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic TS3 is significantly lighter (258g ) than the Olympus SP-600 UZ which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the TS3, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the SP-600 UZ.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Panasonic TS3 and Olympus SP-600 UZ's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 2.70 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.
