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-15 and Panasonic ZS25 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Olympus SZ-15 has external dimensions of 250 g (0.55 lb / 8.82 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic ZS25 has external dimensions of 105 x 59 x 28 mm (4.13 x 2.32 x 1.1″) and weighs 193 g (0.43 lb / 6.81 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Olympus SZ-15 and the Panasonic ZS25. Panasonic ZS25 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 3mm narrower, 11mm shorter and 12mm thinner than Olympus SZ-15.
Comparison image of the Olympus SZ-15 and the Panasonic ZS25 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of the Olympus SZ-15 and Panasonic ZS25.
Comparison image of the Olympus SZ-15 and the Panasonic ZS25 Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Olympus SZ-15 and Panasonic ZS25.
Top View Comparison image of the Olympus SZ-15 and the Panasonic ZS25 Size
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic ZS25 is significantly lighter (57g ) than the Olympus SZ-15 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Olympus SZ-15 nor Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 (Lumix DMC-TZ35) 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-15 and Panasonic ZS25'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.
