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 ZS7 and Nikon L26 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic ZS7 has external dimensions of 103 x 60 x 33 mm (4.06 x 2.36 x 1.3″) and weighs 218 g (0.48 lb / 7.69 oz) (including batteries). Nikon L26 has external dimensions of 96 x 60 x 29 mm (3.78 x 2.36 x 1.14″) and weighs 164 g (0.36 lb / 5.78 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic ZS7 and the Nikon L26. Panasonic ZS7 has the same height with Nikon L26. On the other hand, with a width of 103mm, it is 7 wider and also with a thickness of 33mm, it is 4mm thicker than Nikon L26.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic ZS7 and Nikon L26.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic ZS7 and Nikon L26.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Nikon L26 is significantly lighter (54g ) than the Panasonic ZS7 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 (Lumix DMC-TZ10) nor Nikon Coolpix L26 provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, 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 ZS7 and Nikon L26's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.