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 Samsung SH100 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). Samsung SH100 has external dimensions of 93 x 54 x 19 mm (3.66 x 2.13 x 0.75″) and weighs (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic FH20 and the Samsung SH100. Samsung SH100 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 7mm narrower, 2mm shorter and 9mm thinner than Panasonic FH20.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic FH20 and Samsung SH100.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic FH20 and Samsung SH100.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Samsung SH100 is 178g lighter than the Panasonic FH20 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 (Lumix DMC-FS30) nor Samsung SH100 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 SH100'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.