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 Panasonic SZ3 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). Panasonic SZ3 has external dimensions of 95 x 56 x 22 mm (3.74 x 2.2 x 0.87″) and weighs 126 g (0.28 lb / 4.44 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic LS5 and the Panasonic SZ3. Panasonic SZ3 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 2mm narrower, 6mm shorter and 5mm thinner than Panasonic LS5.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic LS5 and Panasonic SZ3.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic LS5 and Panasonic SZ3.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic LS5 and Panasonic SZ3 have exactly the same weight of 126g.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 nor Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 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 LS5 and Panasonic SZ3's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 2.70 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.