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 Olympus 1 and Panasonic FS42 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Olympus 1 has external dimensions of 116 x 87 x 57 mm (4.57 x 3.43 x 2.24″) and weighs 402 g (0.89 lb / 14.18 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic FS42 has external dimensions of 98 x 55 x 22 mm (3.86 x 2.17 x 0.87″) and weighs 132 g (0.29 lb / 4.66 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Olympus 1 and the Panasonic FS42. Panasonic FS42 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 18mm narrower, 32mm shorter and 35mm thinner than Olympus 1.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Olympus 1 and Panasonic FS42.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Olympus 1 and Panasonic FS42.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic FS42 is significantly lighter (270g ) than the Olympus 1 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Olympus Stylus 1 nor Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Bridge Cameras with Weather Sealing Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Olympus 1's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Panasonic FS42's 2.5" screen.
In addition to the size advantage, Olympus 1 LCD screen also has a
Tilting feature where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels. On the other hand, Panasonic FS42 has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to 1.