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 ST95 and Olympus TG-870 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Samsung ST95 has external dimensions of 92 x 53 x 17 mm (3.62 x 2.09 x 0.67″) and weighs (including batteries). Olympus TG-870 has external dimensions of 113 x 64 x 28 mm (4.45 x 2.52 x 1.1″) and weighs 221 g (0.49 lb / 7.80 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Samsung ST95 and the Olympus TG-870. Samsung ST95 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 21mm narrower, 11mm shorter and 11mm thinner than Olympus TG-870.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Samsung ST95 and Olympus TG-870.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Samsung ST95 and Olympus TG-870.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Samsung ST95 is 221g lighter than the Olympus TG-870 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the TG-870, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the ST95.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Samsung ST95 and Olympus TG-870's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Olympus TG-870 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 Samsung ST95 has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to TG-870.