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 Sony HX30V and Panasonic ZS60 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Sony HX30V has external dimensions of 107 x 62 x 35 mm (4.21 x 2.44 x 1.38″) and weighs 254 g (0.56 lb / 8.96 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic ZS60 has external dimensions of 112 x 64 x 38 mm (4.41 x 2.52 x 1.5″) and weighs 282 g (0.62 lb / 9.95 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Sony HX30V and the Panasonic ZS60. Sony HX30V is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 5mm narrower, 2mm shorter and 3mm thinner than Panasonic ZS60.
Comparison image of the Sony HX30V and the Panasonic ZS60 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of the Sony HX30V and Panasonic ZS60.
Comparison image of the Sony HX30V and the Panasonic ZS60 Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Sony HX30V and Panasonic ZS60.
Top View Comparison image of the Sony HX30V and the Panasonic ZS60 Size
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Sony HX30V is 28g lighter than the Panasonic ZS60 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V nor Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 (Lumix DMC-TZ80) 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
Sony HX30V and Panasonic ZS60'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.
