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 L820 and Panasonic FZ1000 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Nikon L820 has external dimensions of 111 x 76 x 85 mm (4.37 x 2.99 x 3.35″) and weighs 470 g (1.04 lb / 16.58 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic FZ1000 has external dimensions of 137 x 99 x 131 mm (5.39 x 3.9 x 5.16″) and weighs 831 g (1.83 lb / 29.31 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Nikon L820 and the Panasonic FZ1000. Nikon L820 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 26mm narrower, 23mm shorter and 46mm thinner than Panasonic FZ1000.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Nikon L820 and Panasonic FZ1000.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon L820 and Panasonic FZ1000.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Nikon L820 is significantly lighter (361g ) than the Panasonic FZ1000 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Nikon Coolpix L820 nor Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000 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
LCD Screen Size and Features
Nikon L820 and Panasonic FZ1000's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Panasonic FZ1000 sports a
Fully Articulated screen which you can change the angle and position of the screen almost freely, making it possible to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels, and especially very useful for shooting selfies and video. Nikon L820's LCD screen is a fixed type which provides almost no flexibility in shooting positions compared to FZ1000.