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 Panasonic ZS300 and Sony ZV-1 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic ZS300 has external dimensions of 111 x 66 x 45 mm (4.37 x 2.6 x 1.77″) and weighs 337 g (0.74 lb / 11.89 oz) (including batteries). Sony ZV-1 has external dimensions of 105 x 60 x 44 mm (4.13 x 2.36 x 1.73″) and weighs 294 g (0.65 lb / 10.37 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic ZS300 and the Sony ZV-1. Sony ZV-1 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 6mm narrower, 6mm shorter and 1mm thinner than Panasonic ZS300.
Comparison image of the Panasonic ZS300 and the Sony ZV-1 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic ZS300 and Sony ZV-1.
Comparison image of the Panasonic ZS300 and the Sony ZV-1 Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic ZS300 and Sony ZV-1.
Top View Comparison image of the Panasonic ZS300 and the Sony ZV-1 Size
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Sony ZV-1 is 43g lighter than the Panasonic ZS300 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS300 (Lumix DC-TZ300) nor Sony ZV-1 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
Panasonic ZS300 and Sony ZV-1's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Sony ZV-1 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. Panasonic ZS300's LCD screen is a fixed type which provides almost no flexibility in shooting positions compared to ZV-1.
