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 FZ200 and Sony HX100V side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic FZ200 has external dimensions of 125 x 87 x 110 mm (4.92 x 3.43 x 4.33″) and weighs 588 g (1.30 lb / 20.74 oz) (including batteries). Sony HX100V has external dimensions of 122 x 87 x 93 mm (4.8 x 3.43 x 3.66″) and weighs 577 g (1.27 lb / 20.35 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic FZ200 and the Sony HX100V. Panasonic FZ200 has the same height with Sony HX100V. On the other hand, with a width of 125mm, it is 3 wider and also with a thickness of 110mm, it is 17mm thicker than Sony HX100V.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic FZ200 and Sony HX100V.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic FZ200 and Sony HX100V.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Sony HX100V is 11g lighter than the Panasonic FZ200 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200 nor Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V 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
LCD Screen Size and Features
Panasonic FZ200 and Sony HX100V's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Sony HX100V features a
Tilting-only screen which is mostly only good for shooting from waist or over-the-head levels. On the other hand, Panasonic FZ200 sports a
Fully Articulated screen which is more flexible and useful, especially for taking selfies and video.