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 TS30 and Olympus TG-1 iHS side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic TS30 has external dimensions of 104 x 58 x 20 mm (4.09 x 2.28 x 0.79″) and weighs 142 g (0.31 lb / 5.01 oz) (including batteries). Olympus TG-1 iHS has external dimensions of 112 x 67 x 30 mm (4.41 x 2.64 x 1.18″) and weighs 230 g (0.51 lb / 8.11 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic TS30 and the Olympus TG-1 iHS. Panasonic TS30 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 8mm narrower, 9mm shorter and 10mm thinner than Olympus TG-1 iHS.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic TS30 and Olympus TG-1 iHS.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic TS30 and Olympus TG-1 iHS.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic TS30 is significantly lighter (88g ) than the Olympus TG-1 iHS which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
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LCD Screen Size and Features
Olympus TG-1 iHS's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Panasonic TS30's 2.7 screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.