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 W350 and Panasonic ZS50 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Sony W350 has external dimensions of 91 x 52 x 17 mm (3.58 x 2.05 x 0.67″) and weighs 117 g (0.26 lb / 4.13 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic ZS50 has external dimensions of 111 x 65 x 34 mm (4.37 x 2.56 x 1.34″) and weighs 243 g (0.54 lb / 8.57 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Sony W350 and the Panasonic ZS50. Sony W350 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 20mm narrower, 13mm shorter and 17mm thinner than Panasonic ZS50.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Sony W350 and Panasonic ZS50.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Sony W350 is significantly lighter (126g ) than the Panasonic ZS50 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350 nor Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 (Lumix DMC-TZ70) 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 ZS50's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Sony W350's 2.7" screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.