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 Canon G1 X III and Panasonic ZS100 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Canon G1 X III has external dimensions of 115 x 78 x 51 mm (4.53 x 3.07 x 2.01″) and weighs 399 g (0.88 lb / 14.07 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic ZS100 has external dimensions of 111 x 65 x 44 mm (4.37 x 2.56 x 1.73″) and weighs 312 g (0.69 lb / 11.01 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Canon G1 X III and the Panasonic ZS100. Panasonic ZS100 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 4mm narrower, 13mm shorter and 7mm thinner than Canon G1 X III.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Canon G1 X III and Panasonic ZS100.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Canon G1 X III and Panasonic ZS100.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic ZS100 is significantly lighter (87g ) than the Canon G1 X III which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
With its weather-sealed body, we believe that the G1 X III has a big advantage over the ZS100 which doesn't provide any kind of environmental sealing.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Canon G1 X III and Panasonic ZS100's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Canon G1 X III 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. Panasonic ZS100's LCD screen is a fixed type which provides almost no flexibility in shooting positions compared to G1 X III.