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 TL500 and Olympus TG-6 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Samsung TL500 has external dimensions of 114 x 63 x 29 mm (4.49 x 2.48 x 1.14″) and weighs 386 g (0.85 lb / 13.62 oz) (including batteries). Olympus TG-6 has external dimensions of 113 x 66 x 32 mm (4.45 x 2.6 x 1.26″) and weighs 253 g (0.56 lb / 8.92 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Samsung TL500 and the Olympus TG-6. Samsung TL500 is 3mm shorter and 3mm thinner than Olympus TG-6 but it is also 1mm wider.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Samsung TL500 and Olympus TG-6.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Olympus TG-6 is significantly lighter (133g ) than the Samsung TL500 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the TG-6, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the TL500.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Samsung TL500 and Olympus TG-6's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Samsung TL500 sports a
Fully Articulated screen which you can change the angle and position of the screen almost freely, making it possible to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels, and especially very useful for shooting selfies and video. Olympus TG-6's LCD screen is a fixed type which provides almost no flexibility in shooting positions compared to TL500.