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 Samsung ST700 and Panasonic SZ5 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Samsung ST700 has external dimensions of 99 x 55 x 20 mm (3.9 x 2.17 x 0.79″) and weighs (including batteries). Panasonic SZ5 has external dimensions of 104 x 58 x 21 mm (4.09 x 2.28 x 0.83″) and weighs 136 g (0.30 lb / 4.80 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Samsung ST700 and the Panasonic SZ5. Samsung ST700 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 5mm narrower, 3mm shorter and 1mm thinner than Panasonic SZ5.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Samsung ST700 and Panasonic SZ5.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Samsung ST700 and Panasonic SZ5.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Samsung ST700 is 136g lighter than the Panasonic SZ5 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Samsung ST700 nor Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 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
Samsung ST700 and Panasonic SZ5'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.