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 SZ1 and Panasonic SZ7 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic SZ1 has external dimensions of 99 x 59 x 21 mm (3.9 x 2.32 x 0.83″) and weighs 131 g (0.29 lb / 4.62 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic SZ7 has external dimensions of 99 x 59 x 21 mm (3.9 x 2.32 x 0.83″) and weighs 133 g (0.29 lb / 4.69 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic SZ1 and the Panasonic SZ7. In this case, we can see that Panasonic SZ1 and Panasonic SZ7 have the exact same height, width and thickness.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic SZ1 and Panasonic SZ7.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic SZ1 and Panasonic SZ7.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic SZ1 is 2g lighter than the Panasonic SZ7 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 nor Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 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 SZ1 and Panasonic SZ7'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.