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 Sony HX300 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). Sony HX300 has external dimensions of 130 x 93 x 103 mm (5.1 x 3.67 x 4.06″) and weighs 623 g (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic FZ70 and the Sony HX300.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic FZ70 and Sony HX300.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic FZ70 and Sony HX300.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic FZ70 is 17g lighter than the Sony HX300 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70 nor Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300 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 Sony HX300's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Sony HX300 features a
Tilting screen where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels whereas the Panasonic FZ70 has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to HX300.