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 Nikon AW130 and Panasonic ZS100 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Nikon AW130 has external dimensions of 110 x 66 x 27 mm (4.33 x 2.6 x 1.06″) and weighs 221 g (0.49 lb / 7.80 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic ZS100 has external dimensions of 111 x 65 x 44 mm (4.37 x 2.56 x 1.73″) and weighs 312 g (0.69 lb / 11.01 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Nikon AW130 and the Panasonic ZS100. Nikon AW130 is 1mm narrower and 17mm thinner than Panasonic ZS100 but it is also 1mm taller.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Nikon AW130 and Panasonic ZS100.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon AW130 and Panasonic ZS100.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Nikon AW130 is significantly lighter (91g ) than the Panasonic ZS100 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
With its weather-sealed body, we believe that the AW130 has a big advantage over the ZS100 which doesn't provide any kind of environmental sealing.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Nikon AW130 and Panasonic ZS100'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.