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 SZ3 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 SZ3 has external dimensions of 95 x 56 x 22 mm (3.74 x 2.2 x 0.87″) and weighs 126 g (0.28 lb / 4.44 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Olympus SP-100 and the Panasonic SZ3. Panasonic SZ3 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 27mm narrower, 35mm shorter and 111mm thinner than Olympus SP-100.
Comparison image of the Olympus SP-100 and the Panasonic SZ3 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of the Olympus SP-100 and Panasonic SZ3.
Comparison image of the Olympus SP-100 and the Panasonic SZ3 Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Olympus SP-100 and Panasonic SZ3.
Top View Comparison image of the Olympus SP-100 and the Panasonic SZ3 Size
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic SZ3 is significantly lighter (468g ) than the Olympus SP-100 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Olympus Stylus SP-100 nor Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 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 Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Olympus SP-100's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Panasonic SZ3's 2.7" screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.
