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 SX120 IS and Panasonic FZ200 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Canon SX120 IS has external dimensions of 111 x 71 x 45 mm (4.37 x 2.8 x 1.77″) and weighs 285 g (0.63 lb / 10.05 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic FZ200 has external dimensions of 125 x 87 x 110 mm (4.92 x 3.43 x 4.33″) and weighs 588 g (1.30 lb / 20.74 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Canon SX120 IS and the Panasonic FZ200. Canon SX120 IS is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 14mm narrower, 16mm shorter and 65mm thinner than Panasonic FZ200.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Canon SX120 IS is significantly lighter (303g ) than the Panasonic FZ200 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Canon PowerShot SX120 IS nor Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200 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 Top Bridge Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Canon SX120 IS and Panasonic FZ200's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Panasonic FZ200 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. Canon SX120 IS's LCD screen is a fixed type which provides almost no flexibility in shooting positions compared to FZ200.