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 SZ-11 and Panasonic ZS60 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Olympus SZ-11 has external dimensions of 106 x 69 x 40 mm (4.17 x 2.72 x 1.57″) and weighs 226 g (0.50 lb / 7.97 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic ZS60 has external dimensions of 112 x 64 x 38 mm (4.41 x 2.52 x 1.5″) and weighs 282 g (0.62 lb / 9.95 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Olympus SZ-11 and the Panasonic ZS60. Panasonic ZS60 is 5mm shorter and 2mm thinner than Olympus SZ-11 but it is also 6mm wider.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Olympus SZ-11 and Panasonic ZS60.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Olympus SZ-11 and Panasonic ZS60.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Olympus SZ-11 is significantly lighter (56g ) than the Panasonic ZS60 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Olympus SZ-11 nor Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 (Lumix DMC-TZ80) 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 SZ-11 and Panasonic ZS60'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.