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 FX700 and Panasonic F5 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic FX700 has external dimensions of 104 x 56 x 25 mm (4.09 x 2.2 x 0.98″) and weighs 176 g (0.39 lb / 6.21 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic F5 has external dimensions of 97 x 58 x 22 mm (3.82 x 2.28 x 0.87″) and weighs 121 g (0.27 lb / 4.27 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic FX700 and the Panasonic F5. Panasonic F5 is 7mm narrower and 3mm thinner than Panasonic FX700 but it is also 2mm taller.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic FX700 and Panasonic F5.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic F5 is significantly lighter (55g ) than the Panasonic FX700 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 nor Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 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 FX700's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Panasonic F5's 2.7" screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.