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 S8200 and Panasonic ZS99 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Fujifilm S8200 has external dimensions of and weighs 670 g (including batteries). Panasonic ZS99 has external dimensions of 112 x 68 x 43 mm (4.41 x 2.68 x 1.69″) and weighs 322 g (0.71 lb / 11.36 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Fujifilm S8200 and the Panasonic ZS99. Panasonic ZS99 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 11mm narrower, 19mm shorter and 73mm thinner than Fujifilm S8200.
Comparison image of the Fujifilm S8200 and the Panasonic ZS99 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of the Fujifilm S8200 and Panasonic ZS99.
Comparison image of the Fujifilm S8200 and the Panasonic ZS99 Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Fujifilm S8200 and Panasonic ZS99.
Top View Comparison image of the Fujifilm S8200 and the Panasonic ZS99 Size
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic ZS99 is significantly lighter (348g ) than the Fujifilm S8200 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Fujifilm FinePix S8200 nor Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS99 (Lumix DC-TZ99) 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
Fujifilm S8200 and Panasonic ZS99's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Panasonic ZS99 features a
Tilting screen where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels whereas the Fujifilm S8200 has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to ZS99.