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 WX300 and Olympus TG-4 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Sony WX300 has external dimensions of 96 x 55 x 25 mm (3.78 x 2.16 x 0.98″) and weighs 166 g (0.37 lb / 5.86 oz) (including batteries). Olympus TG-4 has external dimensions of 112 x 66 x 31 mm (4.41 x 2.6 x 1.22″) and weighs 247 g (0.54 lb / 8.71 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Sony WX300 and the Olympus TG-4. Sony WX300 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 16mm narrower, 11mm shorter and 6mm thinner than Olympus TG-4.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Sony WX300 and Olympus TG-4.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Sony WX300 is significantly lighter (81g ) than the Olympus TG-4 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the TG-4, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the WX300.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Sony WX300 and Olympus TG-4'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.