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 LZ30 and Panasonic FZ35 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic LZ30 has external dimensions of 124 x 84 x 92 mm (4.88 x 3.31 x 3.62″) and weighs 552 g (1.22 lb / 19.47 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic FZ35 has external dimensions of 118 x 76 x 89 mm (4.65 x 2.99 x 3.5″) and weighs 397 g (0.88 lb / 14.00 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic LZ30 and the Panasonic FZ35. Panasonic FZ35 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 6mm narrower, 8mm shorter and 3mm thinner than Panasonic LZ30.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic LZ30 and Panasonic FZ35.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic LZ30 and Panasonic FZ35.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic FZ35 is significantly lighter (155g ) than the Panasonic LZ30 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 nor Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 (Lumix DMC-FZ38) 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 Bridge Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Panasonic LZ30's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Panasonic FZ35's 2.7 screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.