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 FZ28 and Nikon P80 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic FZ28 has external dimensions of 118 x 75 x 89 mm (4.65 x 2.95 x 3.5″) and weighs 417 g (0.92 lb / 14.71 oz) (including batteries). Nikon P80 has external dimensions of 110 x 79 x 78 mm (4.33 x 3.11 x 3.07″) and weighs 405 g (0.89 lb / 14.29 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic FZ28 and the Nikon P80. Nikon P80 is 8mm narrower and 11mm thinner than Panasonic FZ28 but it is also 4mm taller.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Nikon P80 is 12g lighter than the Panasonic FZ28 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 nor Nikon Coolpix P80 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 Top Bridge Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Panasonic FZ28 and Nikon P80's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 2.70 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.