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 Leica V-Lux 40 and Panasonic TS3 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Leica V-Lux 40 has external dimensions of 105 x 59 x 28 mm (4.13 x 2.32 x 1.1″) and weighs 210 g (0.46 lb / 7.41 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic TS3 has external dimensions of 103 x 64 x 27 mm (4.06 x 2.52 x 1.06″) and weighs 197 g (0.43 lb / 6.95 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Leica V-Lux 40 and the Panasonic TS3. Panasonic TS3 is 2mm narrower and 1mm thinner than Leica V-Lux 40 but it is also 5mm taller.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Leica V-Lux 40 and Panasonic TS3.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Leica V-Lux 40 and Panasonic TS3.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic TS3 is 13g lighter than the Leica V-Lux 40 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the TS3, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the V-Lux 40.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Leica V-Lux 40's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Panasonic TS3's 2.7" screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.