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 LZ20 and Panasonic FZ300 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic LZ20 has external dimensions of 120 x 76 x 80 mm (4.72 x 2.99 x 3.15″) and weighs 499 g (1.10 lb / 17.60 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic FZ300 has external dimensions of 132 x 92 x 117 mm (5.2 x 3.62 x 4.61″) and weighs 691 g (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic LZ20 and the Panasonic FZ300. Panasonic LZ20 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 12mm narrower, 16mm shorter and 37mm thinner than Panasonic FZ300.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic LZ20 and Panasonic FZ300.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic LZ20 and Panasonic FZ300.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic LZ20 is significantly lighter (192g ) than the Panasonic FZ300 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the FZ300, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the LZ20.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Panasonic LZ20 and Panasonic FZ300's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Panasonic FZ300 sports a
Fully Articulated screen which you can change the angle and position of the screen almost freely, making it possible to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels, and especially very useful for shooting selfies and video. Panasonic LZ20's LCD screen is a fixed type which provides almost no flexibility in shooting positions compared to FZ300.