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 Sony H70 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). Sony H70 has external dimensions of 102 x 58 x 29 mm (4.02 x 2.28 x 1.14″) and weighs 194 g (0.43 lb / 6.84 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic FX48 and the Sony H70. Panasonic FX48 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 7mm narrower, 5mm shorter and 7mm thinner than Sony H70.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic FX48 and Sony H70.
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 (44g ) than the Sony H70 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 (Lumix DMC-FX40) nor Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70 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
Sony H70'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.