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 LF1 and Olympus SZ-10 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic LF1 has external dimensions of 103 x 62 x 28 mm (4.06 x 2.44 x 1.1″) and weighs 192 g (0.42 lb / 6.77 oz) (including batteries). Olympus SZ-10 has external dimensions of 106 x 67 x 38 mm (4.17 x 2.64 x 1.5″) and weighs 215 g (0.47 lb / 7.58 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic LF1 and the Olympus SZ-10. Panasonic LF1 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 3mm narrower, 5mm shorter and 10mm thinner than Olympus SZ-10.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic LF1 and Olympus SZ-10.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic LF1 and Olympus SZ-10.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic LF1 is 23g lighter than the Olympus SZ-10 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 nor Olympus SZ-10 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 Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Panasonic LF1 and Olympus SZ-10'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.