Size and weight is a big decision factor when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, We are going to illustrate Nikon S9100 and Panasonic 3D1 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Nikon S9100 has external dimensions of 105 x 62 x 35 mm (4.13 x 2.44 x 1.38″) and weighs 214 g (0.47 lb / 7.55 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic 3D1 has external dimensions of 108 x 58 x 24 mm (4.25 x 2.28 x 0.94″) and weighs 193 g (0.43 lb / 6.81 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Nikon S9100 and Panasonic 3D1. Panasonic 3D1 is 4mm shorter and 11mm thinner than Nikon S9100 but it is also 3mm wider.
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Comparison image of Nikon S9100 and Panasonic 3D1 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of Nikon S9100 and Panasonic 3D1.
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Comparison image of Nikon S9100 and Panasonic 3D1 Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon S9100 and Panasonic 3D1.
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Top View Comparison image of Nikon S9100 and Panasonic 3D1 Size
Weight is another important factor especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic 3D1 is 21g lighter than the Nikon S9100 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither Nikon Coolpix S9100 nor Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 provides any type of weather sealing in their body, 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
LCD Screen Size and Features
Panasonic 3D1's 3.5" LCD screen is slightly larger than Nikon S9100's 3" screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.