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 W570 and Panasonic ZS35 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Sony W570 has external dimensions of 91 x 52 x 19 mm (3.58 x 2.05 x 0.75″) and weighs 116 g (0.26 lb / 4.09 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic ZS35 has external dimensions of 305 g (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Sony W570 and the Panasonic ZS35. Sony W570 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 16mm narrower, 10mm shorter and 13mm thinner than Panasonic ZS35.
Comparison image of the Sony W570 and the Panasonic ZS35 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Sony W570 and Panasonic ZS35.
Top View Comparison image of the Sony W570 and the Panasonic ZS35 Size
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Sony W570 is significantly lighter (189g ) than the Panasonic ZS35 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570 nor Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 (Lumix DMC-TZ55) 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 ZS35's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Sony W570's 2.7" screen.
In addition to the size advantage, Panasonic ZS35 LCD screen also has a
Tilting feature where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels. On the other hand, Sony W570 has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to ZS35.
