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 ZS70 and Olympus TG-830 iHS side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic ZS70 has external dimensions of 112 x 67 x 41 mm (4.41 x 2.64 x 1.61″) and weighs 322 g (0.71 lb / 11.36 oz) (including batteries). Olympus TG-830 iHS has external dimensions of 109 x 67 x 28 mm (4.29 x 2.64 x 1.1″) and weighs 214 g (0.47 lb / 7.55 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic ZS70 and the Olympus TG-830 iHS. Panasonic ZS70 has the same height with Olympus TG-830 iHS. On the other hand, with a width of 112mm, it is 3 wider and also with a thickness of 41mm, it is 13mm thicker than Olympus TG-830 iHS.
Comparison image of the Panasonic ZS70 and the Olympus TG-830 iHS Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic ZS70 and Olympus TG-830 iHS.
Comparison image of the Panasonic ZS70 and the Olympus TG-830 iHS Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic ZS70 and Olympus TG-830 iHS.
Top View Comparison image of the Panasonic ZS70 and the Olympus TG-830 iHS Size
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Olympus TG-830 iHS is significantly lighter (108g ) than the Panasonic ZS70 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the TG-830 iHS, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the ZS70.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Panasonic ZS70 and Olympus TG-830 iHS's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Panasonic ZS70 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 Olympus TG-830 iHS has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to ZS70.
