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 TS3 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 TS3 has external dimensions of 103 x 64 x 27 mm (4.06 x 2.52 x 1.06″) and weighs 197 g (0.43 lb / 6.95 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Samsung ST700 and the Panasonic TS3. Samsung ST700 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 4mm narrower, 9mm shorter and 7mm thinner than Panasonic TS3.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Samsung ST700 and Panasonic TS3.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Samsung ST700 and Panasonic TS3.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Samsung ST700 is 197g lighter than the Panasonic TS3 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the TS3, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the ST700.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Samsung ST700's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Panasonic TS3's 2.7" screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.