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 Panasonic ZS45 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). Panasonic ZS45 has external dimensions of 108 x 60 x 32 mm (4.25 x 2.36 x 1.26″) and weighs 249 g (0.55 lb / 8.78 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic FZ300 and the Panasonic ZS45. Panasonic ZS45 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 24mm narrower, 32mm shorter and 85mm thinner than Panasonic FZ300.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic FZ300 and Panasonic ZS45.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic FZ300 and Panasonic ZS45.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic ZS45 is significantly lighter (442g ) 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 ZS45 which doesn't provide any kind of environmental sealing.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Panasonic FZ300 and Panasonic ZS45's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Panasonic ZS45 features a
Tilting-only screen which is mostly only good for shooting from waist or over-the-head levels. On the other hand, Panasonic FZ300 sports a
Fully Articulated screen which is more flexible and useful, especially for taking selfies and video.