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 L1 and Leica Digilux 3 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic L1 has external dimensions of 146 x 87 x 77 mm (5.75 x 3.43 x 3.03″) and weighs 606 g (1.34 lb / 21.38 oz) (including batteries). Leica Digilux 3 has external dimensions of 146 x 87 x 77 mm (5.75 x 3.43 x 3.03″) and weighs 606 g (1.34 lb / 21.38 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic L1 and the Leica Digilux 3. In this case, we can see that Panasonic L1 and Leica Digilux 3 have the exact same height, width and thickness.
Comparison image of the Panasonic L1 and the Leica Digilux 3 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic L1 and Leica Digilux 3.
Comparison image of the Panasonic L1 and the Leica Digilux 3 Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic L1 and Leica Digilux 3.
Top View Comparison image of the Panasonic L1 and the Leica Digilux 3 Size
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic L1 and Leica Digilux 3 have exactly the same weight of 606g.
Also keep in mind that body weight is not the only deciding factor when comparing two interchangeable camera bodies, you also have to take into account the lenses that you will be using with these bodies. Since both Panasonic L1 and Leica Digilux 3 have the same Four Thirds lens mount and Four Thirds sized sensors, lenses will not be a differentiator on total size of the system.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Panasonic Lumix DMC-L1 nor Leica Digilux 3 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 DSLR Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Panasonic L1 and Leica Digilux 3's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 2.50 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.
