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 IXUS 165 and Nikon AW120 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Canon IXUS 165 has external dimensions of 95 x 54 x 22 mm (3.74 x 2.13 x 0.87″) and weighs 128 g (0.28 lb / 4.52 oz) (including batteries). Nikon AW120 has external dimensions of 110 x 66 x 26 mm (4.33 x 2.6 x 1.02″) and weighs 213 g (0.47 lb / 7.51 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Canon IXUS 165 and the Nikon AW120. Canon IXUS 165 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 15mm narrower, 12mm shorter and 4mm thinner than Nikon AW120.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Canon IXUS 165 and Nikon AW120.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Canon IXUS 165 and Nikon AW120.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Canon IXUS 165 is significantly lighter (85g ) than the Nikon AW120 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the AW120, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the IXUS 165.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Nikon AW120's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Canon IXUS 165's 2.7 screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.