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 Panasonic LX100 and Nikon S30 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic LX100 has external dimensions of 115 x 66 x 55 mm (4.53 x 2.6 x 2.17″) and weighs 393 g (0.87 lb / 13.86 oz) (including batteries). Nikon S30 has external dimensions of 102 x 65 x 40 mm (4.02 x 2.56 x 1.57″) and weighs 214 g (0.47 lb / 7.55 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic LX100 and the Nikon S30. Nikon S30 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 13mm narrower, 1mm shorter and 15mm thinner than Panasonic LX100.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic LX100 and Nikon S30.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic LX100 and Nikon S30.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Nikon S30 is significantly lighter (179g ) than the Panasonic LX100 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the S30, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the LX100.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Panasonic LX100's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Nikon S30's 2.7" screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.