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 LS5 and Nikon A1000 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic LS5 has external dimensions of 97 x 62 x 27 mm (3.82 x 2.44 x 1.06″) and weighs 126 g (0.28 lb / 4.44 oz) (including batteries). Nikon A1000 has external dimensions of 114 x 72 x 41 mm (4.49 x 2.83 x 1.61″) and weighs 330 g (0.73 lb / 11.64 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic LS5 and the Nikon A1000. Panasonic LS5 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 17mm narrower, 10mm shorter and 14mm thinner than Nikon A1000.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic LS5 and Nikon A1000.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic LS5 and Nikon A1000.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic LS5 is significantly lighter (204g ) than the Nikon A1000 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 nor Nikon Coolpix A1000 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
Nikon A1000's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Panasonic LS5's 2.7 screen.
In addition to the size advantage, Nikon A1000 LCD screen also has a
Tilting feature where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels. On the other hand, Panasonic LS5 has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to A1000.