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 ZS7 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 ZS7 has external dimensions of 103 x 60 x 33 mm (4.06 x 2.36 x 1.3″) and weighs 218 g (0.48 lb / 7.69 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Nikon AW130 and the Panasonic ZS7. Panasonic ZS7 is 7mm narrower and 6mm shorter than Nikon AW130 but it is also 6mm thicker.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Nikon AW130 and Panasonic ZS7.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon AW130 and Panasonic ZS7.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic ZS7 is 3g lighter than the Nikon AW130 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
With its weather-sealed body, we believe that the AW130 has a big advantage over the ZS7 which doesn't provide any kind of environmental sealing.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Nikon AW130 and Panasonic ZS7'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.