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 FX48 and Fujifilm F500 EXR 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). Fujifilm F500 EXR has external dimensions of 104 x 63 x 33 mm (4.09 x 2.48 x 1.3″) and weighs 215 g (0.47 lb / 7.58 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic FX48 and the Fujifilm F500 EXR. Panasonic FX48 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 9mm narrower, 10mm shorter and 11mm thinner than Fujifilm F500 EXR.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic FX48 and Fujifilm F500 EXR.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic FX48 is significantly lighter (65g ) than the Fujifilm F500 EXR which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 (Lumix DMC-FX40) nor Fujifilm FinePix F500 EXR 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
Fujifilm F500 EXR's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Panasonic FX48's 2.5" screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.