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 Olympus FE-5020 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). Olympus FE-5020 has external dimensions of 93 x 56 x 25 mm (3.66 x 2.2 x 0.98″) and weighs 137 g (0.30 lb / 4.83 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Panasonic ZS3 and Olympus FE-5020. Olympus FE-5020 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 10mm narrower, 4mm shorter and 8mm thinner than Panasonic ZS3.
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Comparison image of Panasonic ZS3 and Olympus FE-5020 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of Panasonic ZS3 and Olympus FE-5020.
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Comparison image of Panasonic ZS3 and Olympus FE-5020 Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic ZS3 and Olympus FE-5020.
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Top View Comparison image of Panasonic ZS3 and Olympus FE-5020 Size
Weight is another important factor especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Olympus FE-5020 is significantly lighter (92g ) than the Panasonic ZS3 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather sealed body of FE-5020, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to ZS3.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Panasonic ZS3's 3" LCD screen is slightly larger than Olympus FE-5020's 2.7" screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.