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 ZS60 and Olympus TG-850 iHS side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic ZS60 has external dimensions of 112 x 64 x 38 mm (4.41 x 2.52 x 1.5″) and weighs 282 g (0.62 lb / 9.95 oz) (including batteries). Olympus TG-850 iHS has external dimensions of 110 x 64 x 28 mm (4.33 x 2.52 x 1.09″) and weighs 218 g (0.48 lb / 7.69 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic ZS60 and the Olympus TG-850 iHS. Panasonic ZS60 has the same height with Olympus TG-850 iHS. On the other hand, with a width of 112mm, it is 2 wider and also with a thickness of 38mm, it is 10mm thicker than Olympus TG-850 iHS.
Comparison image of the Panasonic ZS60 and the Olympus TG-850 iHS Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic ZS60 and Olympus TG-850 iHS.
Comparison image of the Panasonic ZS60 and the Olympus TG-850 iHS Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic ZS60 and Olympus TG-850 iHS.
Top View Comparison image of the Panasonic ZS60 and the Olympus TG-850 iHS Size
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Olympus TG-850 iHS is significantly lighter (64g ) than the Panasonic ZS60 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the TG-850 iHS, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the ZS60.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Panasonic ZS60 and Olympus TG-850 iHS's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Olympus TG-850 iHS features a
Tilting screen where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels whereas the Panasonic ZS60 has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to TG-850 iHS.
