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 S120 and Panasonic TS30 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Canon S120 has external dimensions of 100 x 59 x 29 mm (3.94 x 2.32 x 1.14″) and weighs 217 g (0.48 lb / 7.65 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic TS30 has external dimensions of 104 x 58 x 20 mm (4.09 x 2.28 x 0.79″) and weighs 142 g (0.31 lb / 5.01 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Canon S120 and the Panasonic TS30. Panasonic TS30 is 1mm shorter and 9mm thinner than Canon S120 but it is also 4mm wider.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Canon S120 and Panasonic TS30.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Canon S120 and Panasonic TS30.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic TS30 is significantly lighter (75g ) than the Canon S120 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the TS30, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the S120.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Canon S120's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Panasonic TS30's 2.7 screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.