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 Sony HX80 and Olympus TG-870 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Sony HX80 has external dimensions of 102 x 58 x 36 mm (4.02 x 2.28 x 1.42″) and weighs 245 g (0.54 lb / 8.64 oz) (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 Sony HX80 and the Olympus TG-870. Sony HX80 is 11mm narrower and 6mm shorter than Olympus TG-870 but it is also 8mm thicker.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Sony HX80 and Olympus TG-870.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Sony HX80 and Olympus TG-870.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Olympus TG-870 is 24g lighter than the Sony HX80 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 HX80.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Sony HX80 and Olympus TG-870's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Both cameras feature
Tilting screens where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels.