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 ZS1 and Panasonic FP5 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic ZS1 has external dimensions of 103 x 60 x 33 mm (4.06 x 2.36 x 1.3″) and weighs 229 g (0.50 lb / 8.08 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic FP5 has external dimensions of 101 x 59 x 18 mm (3.98 x 2.32 x 0.71″) and weighs 141 g (0.31 lb / 4.97 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic ZS1 and the Panasonic FP5. Panasonic FP5 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 2mm narrower, 1mm shorter and 15mm thinner than Panasonic ZS1.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic ZS1 and Panasonic FP5.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic FP5 is significantly lighter (88g ) than the Panasonic ZS1 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 (Lumix DMC-TZ6) nor Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 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 FP5's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Panasonic ZS1's 2.7" screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.