Size and weight is a big decision factor when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, We are going to illustrate Panasonic FX48 and Canon A1100 IS side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic FX48 has external dimensions of 95 x 53 x 22 mm (3.74 x 2.09 x 0.87″) and weighs 150 g (0.33 lb / 5.29 oz) (including batteries). Canon A1100 IS has external dimensions of 95 x 62 x 31 mm (3.74 x 2.44 x 1.22″) and weighs 150 g (0.33 lb / 5.29 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Panasonic FX48 and Canon A1100 IS. Panasonic FX48 has the same height with Canon A1100 IS. On the other hand, with a width of 53mm, it is 9 narrower and also with a thickness of 22mm, it is 9mm thinner than Canon A1100 IS.
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Comparison image of Panasonic FX48 and Canon A1100 IS Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of Panasonic FX48 and Canon A1100 IS.
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Comparison image of Panasonic FX48 and Canon A1100 IS Size and Weight - Back View
Weight is another important factor especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic FX48 and Canon A1100 IS have exactly the same weight of 150g.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 (Lumix DMC-FX40) nor Canon PowerShot A1100 IS provides any type of weather sealing in their body, 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 FX48 and Canon A1100 IS's LCD screens has the same diagonal size of 2.5".
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.