Size and weight is a big decision factor when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, We are going to illustrate Panasonic ZS1 and Panasonic LS5 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 LS5 has external dimensions of 97 x 62 x 27 mm (3.82 x 2.44 x 1.06″) and weighs 126 g (0.28 lb / 4.44 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Panasonic ZS1 and Panasonic LS5. Panasonic LS5 is 6mm narrower and 6mm thinner than Panasonic ZS1 but it is also 2mm taller.
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Comparison image of Panasonic ZS1 and Panasonic LS5 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of Panasonic ZS1 and Panasonic LS5.
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Comparison image of Panasonic ZS1 and Panasonic LS5 Size and Weight - Back View
Weight is another important factor especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic LS5 is significantly lighter (103g ) than the Panasonic ZS1 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 (Lumix DMC-TZ6) nor Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 provides any type of weather sealing in their body, 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 ZS1 and Panasonic LS5's LCD screens has the same diagonal size of 2.7".
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.