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 Fujifilm F500 EXR and Panasonic ZS60 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Fujifilm F500 EXR has external dimensions of 104 x 63 x 33 mm (4.09 x 2.48 x 1.3″) and weighs 215 g (0.47 lb / 7.58 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic ZS60 has external dimensions of 112 x 64 x 38 mm (4.41 x 2.52 x 1.5″) and weighs 282 g (0.62 lb / 9.95 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Fujifilm F500 EXR and the Panasonic ZS60. Fujifilm F500 EXR is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 8mm narrower, 1mm shorter and 5mm thinner than Panasonic ZS60.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Fujifilm F500 EXR and Panasonic ZS60.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Fujifilm F500 EXR and Panasonic ZS60.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Fujifilm F500 EXR is significantly lighter (67g ) than the Panasonic ZS60 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Fujifilm FinePix F500 EXR nor Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 (Lumix DMC-TZ80) 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
Fujifilm F500 EXR and Panasonic ZS60'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.