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 Sony W230 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). Sony W230 has external dimensions of 95 x 57 x 22 mm (3.74 x 2.24 x 0.87″) and weighs 156 g (0.34 lb / 5.50 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Panasonic ZS3 and Sony W230. Sony W230 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 8mm narrower, 3mm shorter and 11mm thinner than Panasonic ZS3.
![Panasonic ZS3 vs Sony W230 Camera Size Comparison - Front View]()
Comparison image of Panasonic ZS3 and Sony W230 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of Panasonic ZS3 and Sony W230.
![Panasonic ZS3 vs Sony W230 Camera Size Comparison - Back View]()
Comparison image of Panasonic ZS3 and Sony W230 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.
Sony W230 is significantly lighter (73g ) 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 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 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 and Sony W230's LCD screens has the same diagonal size of 3".
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.