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 FS7 and Panasonic FS42 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic FS7 has external dimensions of 97 x 54 x 22 mm (3.82 x 2.13 x 0.87″) and weighs 139 g (0.31 lb / 4.90 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic FS42 has external dimensions of 98 x 55 x 22 mm (3.86 x 2.17 x 0.87″) and weighs 132 g (0.29 lb / 4.66 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic FS7 and the Panasonic FS42.
Comparison image of the Panasonic FS7 and the Panasonic FS42 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic FS7 and Panasonic FS42.
Comparison image of the Panasonic FS7 and the Panasonic FS42 Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic FS7 and Panasonic FS42.
Top View Comparison image of the Panasonic FS7 and the Panasonic FS42 Size
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic FS42 is 7g lighter than the Panasonic FS7 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 nor Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 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 FS7's 2.70" LCD screen is slightly larger than Panasonic FS42's 2.5" screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.
