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 S200 and Panasonic FS25 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Canon S200 has external dimensions of 100 x 59 x 26 mm (3.94 x 2.32 x 1.02″) and weighs 181 g (0.40 lb / 6.38 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic FS25 has external dimensions of 97 x 58 x 22 mm (3.82 x 2.28 x 0.87″) and weighs 148 g (0.33 lb / 5.22 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Canon S200 and the Panasonic FS25. Panasonic FS25 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 3mm narrower, 1mm shorter and 4mm thinner than Canon S200.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Canon S200 and Panasonic FS25.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic FS25 is significantly lighter (33g ) than the Canon S200 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Canon PowerShot S200 nor Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 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 Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Canon S200 and Panasonic FS25'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.