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 FH20 and Panasonic LF1 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic FH20 has external dimensions of 100 x 56 x 28 mm (3.94 x 2.2 x 1.1″) and weighs 178 g (0.39 lb / 6.28 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic LF1 has external dimensions of 103 x 62 x 28 mm (4.06 x 2.44 x 1.1″) and weighs 192 g (0.42 lb / 6.77 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic FH20 and the Panasonic LF1.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic FH20 and Panasonic LF1.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic FH20 and Panasonic LF1.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic FH20 is 14g lighter than the Panasonic LF1 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 (Lumix DMC-FS30) nor Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 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 LF1's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Panasonic FH20's 2.7" screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.