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 II 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 II has external dimensions of 106 x 60 x 47 mm (4.15 x 2.36 x 1.84″) and weighs 292 g (0.64 lb / 10.30 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic ZS300 and the Sony ZV-1 II. Sony ZV-1 II is 5mm narrower and 6mm shorter than Panasonic ZS300 but it is also 2mm thicker.
Comparison image of the Panasonic ZS300 and the Sony ZV-1 II Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic ZS300 and Sony ZV-1 II.
Top View Comparison image of the Panasonic ZS300 and the Sony ZV-1 II Size
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS300 (Lumix DC-TZ300) nor Sony ZV-1 Mark II 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 II's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Sony ZV-1 II 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 II.
