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 FZ300 and Canon G1 X side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic FZ300 has external dimensions of 132 x 92 x 117 mm (5.2 x 3.62 x 4.61″) and weighs 691 g (including batteries). Canon G1 X has external dimensions of 117 x 81 x 65 mm (4.61 x 3.19 x 2.56″) and weighs 534 g (1.18 lb / 18.84 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic FZ300 and the Canon G1 X. Canon G1 X is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 15mm narrower, 11mm shorter and 52mm thinner than Panasonic FZ300.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic FZ300 and Canon G1 X.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Canon G1 X is significantly lighter (157g ) than the Panasonic FZ300 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
With its weather-sealed body, we believe that the FZ300 has a big advantage over the G1 X which doesn't provide any kind of environmental sealing.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Panasonic FZ300 and Canon G1 X's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Both cameras feature
Fully Articulating screens where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels. Fully articulating screens are also useful for taking Selfies and video.