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 FZ70 and Olympus SP-100 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic FZ70 has external dimensions of 130 x 97 x 118 mm (5.12 x 3.82 x 4.65″) and weighs 606 g (1.34 lb / 21.38 oz) (including batteries). Olympus SP-100 has external dimensions of 122 x 91 x 133 mm (4.8 x 3.6 x 5.25″) and weighs 594 g (1.31 lb / 20.95 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic FZ70 and the Olympus SP-100. Olympus SP-100 is 8mm narrower and 6mm shorter than Panasonic FZ70 but it is also 15mm thicker.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic FZ70 and Olympus SP-100.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic FZ70 and Olympus SP-100.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Olympus SP-100 is 12g lighter than the Panasonic FZ70 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70 nor Olympus Stylus SP-100 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 FZ70 and Olympus SP-100'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.