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 Olympus SH-50 and Panasonic ZS99 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Olympus SH-50 has external dimensions of 112 x 63 x 42 mm (4.41 x 2.48 x 1.65″) and weighs 269 g (0.59 lb / 9.49 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic ZS99 has external dimensions of 112 x 68 x 43 mm (4.41 x 2.68 x 1.69″) and weighs 322 g (0.71 lb / 11.36 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Olympus SH-50 and the Panasonic ZS99. Olympus SH-50 has the same height with Panasonic ZS99. On the other hand, with a width of 63mm, it is 5 narrower and also with a thickness of 42mm, it is 1mm thinner than Panasonic ZS99.
Comparison image of the Olympus SH-50 and the Panasonic ZS99 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of the Olympus SH-50 and Panasonic ZS99.
Comparison image of the Olympus SH-50 and the Panasonic ZS99 Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Olympus SH-50 and Panasonic ZS99.
Top View Comparison image of the Olympus SH-50 and the Panasonic ZS99 Size
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Olympus SH-50 is significantly lighter (53g ) than the Panasonic ZS99 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Olympus SH-50 nor Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS99 (Lumix DC-TZ99) 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
LCD Screen Size and Features
Olympus SH-50 and Panasonic ZS99's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Panasonic ZS99 features a
Tilting screen where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels whereas the Olympus SH-50 has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to ZS99.
