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 ZS30 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 ZS30 has external dimensions of 105 x 59 x 28 mm (4.13 x 2.32 x 1.1″) and weighs 198 g (0.44 lb / 6.98 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Olympus SP-620 UZ and the Panasonic ZS30. Panasonic ZS30 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 5mm narrower, 15mm shorter and 46mm thinner than Olympus SP-620 UZ.
Comparison image of the Olympus SP-620 UZ and the Panasonic ZS30 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of the Olympus SP-620 UZ and Panasonic ZS30.
Comparison image of the Olympus SP-620 UZ and the Panasonic ZS30 Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Olympus SP-620 UZ and Panasonic ZS30.
Top View Comparison image of the Olympus SP-620 UZ and the Panasonic ZS30 Size
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic ZS30 is significantly lighter (237g ) 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-ZS30 (Lumix DMC-TZ40) 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 ZS30'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.
