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 Canon S100 and Canon SX260 HS side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Canon S100 has external dimensions of 99 x 60 x 28 mm (3.9 x 2.36 x 1.1″) and weighs 198 g (0.44 lb / 6.98 oz) (including batteries). Canon SX260 HS has external dimensions of 106 x 61 x 33 mm (4.17 x 2.4 x 1.3″) and weighs 231 g (0.51 lb / 8.15 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Canon S100 and the Canon SX260 HS. Canon S100 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 7mm narrower, 1mm shorter and 5mm thinner than Canon SX260 HS.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Canon S100 and Canon SX260 HS.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Canon S100 and Canon SX260 HS.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Canon S100 is significantly lighter (33g ) than the Canon SX260 HS which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Canon PowerShot S100 nor Canon PowerShot SX260 HS 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
Canon S100 and Canon SX260 HS'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.