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 S6100 and Panasonic FZ150 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Nikon S6100 has external dimensions of 98 x 58 x 27 mm (3.86 x 2.28 x 1.06″) and weighs 175 g (0.39 lb / 6.17 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic FZ150 has external dimensions of 124 x 82 x 92 mm (4.88 x 3.23 x 3.62″) and weighs 528 g (1.16 lb / 18.62 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Nikon S6100 and the Panasonic FZ150. Nikon S6100 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 26mm narrower, 24mm shorter and 65mm thinner than Panasonic FZ150.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Nikon S6100 and Panasonic FZ150.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon S6100 and Panasonic FZ150.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Nikon S6100 is significantly lighter (353g ) than the Panasonic FZ150 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Nikon Coolpix S6100 nor Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 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 Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing Top Bridge Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Nikon S6100 and Panasonic FZ150's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Panasonic FZ150 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 S6100's LCD screen is a fixed type which provides almost no flexibility in shooting positions compared to FZ150.