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 FZ47 and Panasonic LZ30 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic FZ47 has external dimensions of 120 x 80 x 92 mm (4.72 x 3.15 x 3.62″) and weighs 498 g (1.10 lb / 17.57 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic LZ30 has external dimensions of 124 x 84 x 92 mm (4.88 x 3.31 x 3.62″) and weighs 552 g (1.22 lb / 19.47 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic FZ47 and the Panasonic LZ30.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic FZ47 and Panasonic LZ30.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic FZ47 and Panasonic LZ30.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic FZ47 is 54g lighter than the Panasonic LZ30 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 (Lumix DMC-FZ48) nor Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 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 FZ47 and Panasonic LZ30's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.