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 Pentax WG-1 GPS and Olympus TG-5 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Pentax WG-1 GPS has external dimensions of 116 x 59 x 29 mm (4.55 x 2.3 x 1.12″) and weighs 167 g (0.37 lb / 5.89 oz) (including batteries). Olympus TG-5 has external dimensions of 113 x 66 x 32 mm (4.45 x 2.6 x 1.26″) and weighs 250 g (0.55 lb / 8.82 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Pentax WG-1 GPS and the Olympus TG-5. Pentax WG-1 GPS is 7mm shorter and 3mm thinner than Olympus TG-5 but it is also 3mm wider.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Pentax WG-1 GPS and Olympus TG-5.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Pentax WG-1 GPS and Olympus TG-5.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Pentax WG-1 GPS is significantly lighter (83g ) than the Olympus TG-5 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Olympus TG-5's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Pentax WG-1 GPS's 2.7" screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.