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 S4100 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 S4100 has external dimensions of 95 x 57 x 20 mm (3.74 x 2.24 x 0.79″) and weighs (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic ZS7 and the Nikon S4100. Nikon S4100 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 8mm narrower, 3mm shorter and 13mm thinner than Panasonic ZS7.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic ZS7 and Nikon S4100.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic ZS7 and Nikon S4100.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Nikon S4100 is 218g lighter than the Panasonic ZS7 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 (Lumix DMC-TZ10) nor Nikon Coolpix S4100 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 S4100'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.