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 SP-620 UZ and Panasonic FH8 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Olympus SP-620 UZ has external dimensions of 110 x 74 x 74 mm (4.33 x 2.91 x 2.91″) and weighs 435 g (including batteries). Panasonic FH8 has external dimensions of 96 x 57 x 19 mm (3.78 x 2.24 x 0.75″) and weighs 123 g (0.27 lb / 4.34 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Olympus SP-620 UZ and the Panasonic FH8. Panasonic FH8 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 14mm narrower, 17mm shorter and 55mm thinner than Olympus SP-620 UZ.
Comparison image of the Olympus SP-620 UZ and the Panasonic FH8 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of the Olympus SP-620 UZ and Panasonic FH8.
Comparison image of the Olympus SP-620 UZ and the Panasonic FH8 Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Olympus SP-620 UZ and Panasonic FH8.
Top View Comparison image of the Olympus SP-620 UZ and the Panasonic FH8 Size
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic FH8 is significantly lighter (312g ) than the Olympus SP-620 UZ which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Olympus SP-620 UZ nor Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8 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 SP-620 UZ and Panasonic FH8'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.
