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-100 and Panasonic FZ1000 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Olympus SP-100 has external dimensions of 122 x 91 x 133 mm (4.8 x 3.6 x 5.25″) and weighs 594 g (1.31 lb / 20.95 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic FZ1000 has external dimensions of 137 x 99 x 131 mm (5.39 x 3.9 x 5.16″) and weighs 831 g (1.83 lb / 29.31 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Olympus SP-100 and the Panasonic FZ1000. Olympus SP-100 is 15mm narrower and 8mm shorter than Panasonic FZ1000 but it is also 2mm thicker.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Olympus SP-100 and Panasonic FZ1000.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Olympus SP-100 and Panasonic FZ1000.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Olympus SP-100 is significantly lighter (237g ) than the Panasonic FZ1000 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Olympus Stylus SP-100 nor Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000 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 Bridge Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Olympus SP-100 and Panasonic FZ1000's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Panasonic FZ1000 sports a
Fully Articulated screen which you can change the angle and position of the screen almost freely, making it possible to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels, and especially very useful for shooting selfies and video. Olympus SP-100's LCD screen is a fixed type which provides almost no flexibility in shooting positions compared to FZ1000.