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 ZS3 and FujiFilm JZ500 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic ZS3 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). FujiFilm JZ500 has external dimensions of 97 x 57 x 29 mm (3.82 x 2.24 x 1.14″) and weighs 168 g (0.37 lb / 5.93 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Panasonic ZS3 and FujiFilm JZ500. FujiFilm JZ500 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 6mm narrower, 3mm shorter and 4mm thinner than Panasonic ZS3.
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Comparison image of Panasonic ZS3 and FujiFilm JZ500 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of Panasonic ZS3 and FujiFilm JZ500.
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Comparison image of Panasonic ZS3 and FujiFilm JZ500 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.
FujiFilm JZ500 is significantly lighter (61g ) than the Panasonic ZS3 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 (Lumix DMC-TZ7) nor FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 (FinePix JZ505) 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 ZS3's 3" LCD screen is slightly larger than FujiFilm JZ500's 2.7" screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.