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 HX90V and Olympus TG-860 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Sony HX90V 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-860 has external dimensions of 110 x 64 x 28 mm (5.12 x 2.52 x 1.1″) and weighs 224 g (0.49 lb / 7.90 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Sony HX90V and the Olympus TG-860. Sony HX90V is 8mm narrower and 6mm shorter than Olympus TG-860 but it is also 8mm thicker.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Sony HX90V and Olympus TG-860.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Sony HX90V and Olympus TG-860.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Olympus TG-860 is 21g lighter than the Sony HX90V but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the TG-860, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the HX90V.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Sony HX90V and Olympus TG-860'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.