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 Sony HX7V 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). Sony HX7V has external dimensions of 102 x 58 x 29 mm (4.02 x 2.28 x 1.14″) and weighs 208 g (0.46 lb / 7.34 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic LF1 and the Sony HX7V. Sony HX7V is 1mm narrower and 4mm shorter than Panasonic LF1 but it is also 1mm thicker.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic LF1 and Sony HX7V.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic LF1 and Sony HX7V.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic LF1 is 16g lighter than the Sony HX7V but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 nor Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V 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 Sony HX7V'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.