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 SZ3 and Olympus SP-100 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. 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). Olympus SP-100 has external dimensions of 122 x 91 x 133 mm (4.8 x 3.6 x 5.25″) and weighs 594 g (1.31 lb / 20.95 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic SZ3 and the Olympus SP-100. Panasonic SZ3 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 27mm narrower, 35mm shorter and 111mm thinner than Olympus SP-100.
Comparison image of the Panasonic SZ3 and the Olympus SP-100 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic SZ3 and Olympus SP-100.
Comparison image of the Panasonic SZ3 and the Olympus SP-100 Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic SZ3 and Olympus SP-100.
Top View Comparison image of the Panasonic SZ3 and the Olympus SP-100 Size
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic SZ3 is significantly lighter (468g ) than the Olympus SP-100 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 nor Olympus Stylus SP-100 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 Top Bridge Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Olympus SP-100's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Panasonic SZ3's 2.7" screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.
