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 S9800 and Panasonic ZS60 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Fujifilm S9800 has external dimensions of 123 x 87 x 116 mm (4.84 x 3.43 x 4.57″) and weighs 670 g (1.48 lb / 23.63 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 S9800 and the Panasonic ZS60. Panasonic ZS60 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 11mm narrower, 23mm shorter and 78mm thinner than Fujifilm S9800.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Fujifilm S9800 and Panasonic ZS60.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Fujifilm S9800 and Panasonic ZS60.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic ZS60 is significantly lighter (388g ) than the Fujifilm S9800 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Fujifilm S9800 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 Bridge Cameras with Weather Sealing Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Fujifilm S9800 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.