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 Samsung ST90 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). Samsung ST90 has external dimensions of 92 x 53 x 17 mm (3.62 x 2.09 x 0.67″) and weighs (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic FX48 and the Samsung ST90. Panasonic FX48 has the same height with Samsung ST90. On the other hand, with a width of 95mm, it is 3 wider and also with a thickness of 22mm, it is 5mm thicker than Samsung ST90.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic FX48 and Samsung ST90.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Samsung ST90 is 150g lighter than the Panasonic FX48 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 (Lumix DMC-FX40) nor Samsung ST90 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 ST90'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.