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 ZS1 and Olympus TG-820 iHS side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic ZS1 has external dimensions of 103 x 60 x 33 mm (4.06 x 2.36 x 1.3″) and weighs 229 g (0.50 lb / 8.08 oz) (including batteries). Olympus TG-820 iHS has external dimensions of 101 x 65 x 26 mm (3.98 x 2.56 x 1.02″) and weighs 206 g (0.45 lb / 7.27 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Panasonic ZS1 and Olympus TG-820 iHS. Olympus TG-820 iHS is 2mm narrower and 7mm thinner than Panasonic ZS1 but it is also 5mm taller.
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Comparison image of Panasonic ZS1 and Olympus TG-820 iHS Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of Panasonic ZS1 and Olympus TG-820 iHS.
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Comparison image of Panasonic ZS1 and Olympus TG-820 iHS Size and Weight - Back View
Weight is another important factor especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Olympus TG-820 iHS is 23g lighter than the Panasonic ZS1 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
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LCD Screen Size and Features
Olympus TG-820 iHS's 3" LCD screen is slightly larger than Panasonic ZS1's 2.7" screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.