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 170 IS and Panasonic ZS60 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Canon 170 IS has external dimensions of 100 x 58 x 23 mm (3.94 x 2.28 x 0.91″) and weighs 141 g (0.31 lb / 4.97 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic ZS60 has external dimensions of 112 x 64 x 38 mm (4.41 x 2.52 x 1.5″) and weighs 282 g (0.62 lb / 9.95 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Canon 170 IS and the Panasonic ZS60. Canon 170 IS is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 12mm narrower, 6mm shorter and 15mm thinner than Panasonic ZS60.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Canon 170 IS and Panasonic ZS60.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Canon 170 IS and Panasonic ZS60.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Canon 170 IS is significantly lighter (141g ) than the Panasonic ZS60 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Canon PowerShot ELPH 170 IS (IXUS 170) nor Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 (Lumix DMC-TZ80) 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
Panasonic ZS60's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Canon 170 IS's 2.7 screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.