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 ELPH 520 HS and Samsung TL320 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Canon ELPH 520 HS has external dimensions of 87 x 54 x 19 mm (3.43 x 2.13 x 0.75″) and weighs 155 g (0.34 lb / 5.47 oz) (including batteries). Samsung TL320 has external dimensions of 97 x 61 x 21 mm (3.82 x 2.4 x 0.83″) and weighs (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Canon ELPH 520 HS and the Samsung TL320. Canon ELPH 520 HS is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 10mm narrower, 7mm shorter and 2mm thinner than Samsung TL320.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Canon ELPH 520 HS and Samsung TL320.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Canon ELPH 520 HS and Samsung TL320.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Samsung TL320 is 155g lighter than the Canon ELPH 520 HS but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Canon ELPH 520 HS (IXUS 500 HS) nor Samsung TL320 (WB1000) 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 ELPH 520 HS and Samsung TL320'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.