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 A1300 and Panasonic TS3 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Canon A1300 has external dimensions of 95 x 62 x 30 mm (3.74 x 2.44 x 1.18″) and weighs 174 g (0.38 lb / 6.14 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic TS3 has external dimensions of 103 x 64 x 27 mm (4.06 x 2.52 x 1.06″) and weighs 197 g (0.43 lb / 6.95 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Canon A1300 and the Panasonic TS3. Canon A1300 is 8mm narrower and 2mm shorter than Panasonic TS3 but it is also 3mm thicker.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Canon A1300 and Panasonic TS3.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Canon A1300 and Panasonic TS3.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Canon A1300 is 23g lighter than the Panasonic TS3 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the TS3, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the A1300.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Canon A1300 and Panasonic TS3's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 2.70 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.