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 ZS80 and Nikon S9900 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic ZS80 has external dimensions of 112 x 69 x 42 mm (4.41 x 2.72 x 1.65″) and weighs 327 g (0.72 lb / 11.53 oz) (including batteries). Nikon S9900 has external dimensions of 112 x 66 x 40 mm (4.41 x 2.6 x 1.57″) and weighs 289 g (0.64 lb / 10.19 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic ZS80 and the Nikon S9900.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic ZS80 and Nikon S9900.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic ZS80 and Nikon S9900.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Nikon S9900 is 38g lighter than the Panasonic ZS80 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80 (Lumix DC-TZ95) nor Nikon Coolpix S9900 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 ZS80 and Nikon S9900's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Panasonic ZS80 features a
Tilting-only screen which is mostly only good for shooting from waist or over-the-head levels. On the other hand, Nikon S9900 sports a
Fully Articulated screen which is more flexible and useful, especially for taking selfies and video.