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 LX3 and Samsung PL200 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic LX3 has external dimensions of 109 x 60 x 27 mm (4.29 x 2.36 x 1.06″) and weighs 265 g (0.58 lb / 9.35 oz) (including batteries). Samsung PL200 has external dimensions of 100 x 60 x 21 mm (3.94 x 2.36 x 0.83″) and weighs 170 g (0.37 lb / 6.00 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic LX3 and the Samsung PL200. Panasonic LX3 has the same height with Samsung PL200. On the other hand, with a width of 109mm, it is 9 wider and also with a thickness of 27mm, it is 6mm thicker than Samsung PL200.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Samsung PL200 is significantly lighter (95g ) than the Panasonic LX3 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 nor Samsung PL200 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 LX3 and Samsung PL200'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.