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 FZ100 and Olympus SZ-11 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic FZ100 has external dimensions of 124 x 82 x 92 mm (4.88 x 3.23 x 3.62″) and weighs 540 g (1.19 lb / 19.05 oz) (including batteries). Olympus SZ-11 has external dimensions of 106 x 69 x 40 mm (4.17 x 2.72 x 1.57″) and weighs 226 g (0.50 lb / 7.97 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic FZ100 and the Olympus SZ-11. Olympus SZ-11 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 18mm narrower, 13mm shorter and 52mm thinner than Panasonic FZ100.
Comparison image of the Panasonic FZ100 and the Olympus SZ-11 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic FZ100 and Olympus SZ-11.
Comparison image of the Panasonic FZ100 and the Olympus SZ-11 Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic FZ100 and Olympus SZ-11.
Top View Comparison image of the Panasonic FZ100 and the Olympus SZ-11 Size
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Olympus SZ-11 is significantly lighter (314g ) than the Panasonic FZ100 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100 nor Olympus SZ-11 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 Bridge Cameras with Weather Sealing Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Panasonic FZ100 and Olympus SZ-11's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Panasonic FZ100 sports a
Fully Articulated screen which you can change the angle and position of the screen almost freely, making it possible to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels, and especially very useful for shooting selfies and video. Olympus SZ-11's LCD screen is a fixed type which provides almost no flexibility in shooting positions compared to FZ100.
