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 ZS70 and Nikon S9300 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic ZS70 has external dimensions of 112 x 67 x 41 mm (4.41 x 2.64 x 1.61″) and weighs 322 g (0.71 lb / 11.36 oz) (including batteries). Nikon S9300 has external dimensions of 109 x 62 x 31 mm (4.29 x 2.44 x 1.22″) and weighs 215 g (0.47 lb / 7.58 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic ZS70 and the Nikon S9300. Nikon S9300 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 3mm narrower, 5mm shorter and 10mm thinner than Panasonic ZS70.
Comparison image of the Panasonic ZS70 and the Nikon S9300 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic ZS70 and Nikon S9300.
Comparison image of the Panasonic ZS70 and the Nikon S9300 Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic ZS70 and Nikon S9300.
Top View Comparison image of the Panasonic ZS70 and the Nikon S9300 Size
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Nikon S9300 is significantly lighter (107g ) than the Panasonic ZS70 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70 (Lumix DC-TZ90) nor Nikon Coolpix S9300 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 ZS70 and Nikon S9300's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Panasonic ZS70 features a
Tilting screen where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels whereas the Nikon S9300 has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to ZS70.
