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 Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 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). Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has external dimensions of 133 x 71 x 19 mm (5.24 x 2.8 x 0.75″) and weighs 283 g (0.62 lb / 9.98 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic ZS80 and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. Panasonic ZS80 is 21mm narrower and 2mm shorter than Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 but it is also 23mm thicker.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic ZS80 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic ZS80 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2.
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-ZS80 (Lumix DC-TZ95) nor Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 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
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2's 4.80" LCD screen is slightly larger than Panasonic ZS80's 3 screen.
On the other hand, Panasonic ZS80 LCD screen has a
Tilting feature where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels. On the other hand, Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to ZS80.