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 Samsung ST6500 and Olympus TG-5 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Samsung ST6500 has external dimensions of 102 x 57 x 19 mm (4.02 x 2.24 x 0.75″) and weighs (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 Samsung ST6500 and the Olympus TG-5. Samsung ST6500 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 11mm narrower, 9mm shorter and 13mm thinner than Olympus TG-5.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Samsung ST6500 and Olympus TG-5.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Samsung ST6500 and Olympus TG-5.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Samsung ST6500 is 250g lighter than the Olympus TG-5 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the TG-5, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the ST6500.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Samsung ST6500 and Olympus TG-5's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.