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 ZS100 and Canon G1 X III side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic ZS100 has external dimensions of 111 x 65 x 44 mm (4.37 x 2.56 x 1.73″) and weighs 312 g (0.69 lb / 11.01 oz) (including batteries). Canon G1 X III has external dimensions of 115 x 78 x 51 mm (4.53 x 3.07 x 2.01″) and weighs 399 g (0.88 lb / 14.07 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic ZS100 and the Canon G1 X III. Panasonic ZS100 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 4mm narrower, 13mm shorter and 7mm thinner than Canon G1 X III.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic ZS100 and Canon G1 X III.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic ZS100 and Canon G1 X III.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic ZS100 is significantly lighter (87g ) than the Canon G1 X III which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the G1 X III, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the ZS100.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Panasonic ZS100 and Canon G1 X III's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Canon G1 X III sports a
Fully Articulated screen which you can change the angle and position of the screen almost freely, making it possible to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels, and especially very useful for shooting selfies and video. Panasonic ZS100's LCD screen is a fixed type which provides almost no flexibility in shooting positions compared to G1 X III.