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 VH-410 and Panasonic ZS40 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Olympus VH-410 has external dimensions of 102 x 60 x 21 mm (4.02 x 2.36 x 0.83″) and weighs 152 g (0.34 lb / 5.36 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic ZS40 has external dimensions of 111 x 64 x 34 mm (4.37 x 2.52 x 1.34″) and weighs 240 g (0.53 lb / 8.47 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Olympus VH-410 and the Panasonic ZS40. Olympus VH-410 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 9mm narrower, 4mm shorter and 13mm thinner than Panasonic ZS40.
Comparison image of the Olympus VH-410 and the Panasonic ZS40 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of the Olympus VH-410 and Panasonic ZS40.
Comparison image of the Olympus VH-410 and the Panasonic ZS40 Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Olympus VH-410 and Panasonic ZS40.
Top View Comparison image of the Olympus VH-410 and the Panasonic ZS40 Size
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Olympus VH-410 is significantly lighter (88g ) than the Panasonic ZS40 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Olympus VH-410 nor Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 (Lumix DMC-TZ60) 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 VH-410 and Panasonic ZS40'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.
