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 FP7 and Panasonic FP5 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic FP7 has external dimensions of 101 x 59 x 18 mm (3.98 x 2.32 x 0.71″) and weighs 147 g (0.32 lb / 5.19 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic FP5 has external dimensions of 101 x 59 x 18 mm (3.98 x 2.32 x 0.71″) and weighs 141 g (0.31 lb / 4.97 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic FP7 and the Panasonic FP5. In this case, we can see that Panasonic FP7 and Panasonic FP5 have the exact same height, width and thickness.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic FP7 and Panasonic FP5.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic FP7 and Panasonic FP5.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic FP5 is 6g lighter than the Panasonic FP7 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 nor Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 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 FP7's 3.50" LCD screen is slightly larger than Panasonic FP5's 3 screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.