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 180 and Canon SX500 IS side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Canon ELPH 180 has external dimensions of 95 x 54 x 22 mm (3.74 x 2.13 x 0.87″) and weighs 126 g (0.28 lb / 4.44 oz) (including batteries). Canon SX500 IS has external dimensions of 104 x 70 x 80 mm (4.09 x 2.76 x 3.15″) and weighs 341 g (0.75 lb / 12.03 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Canon ELPH 180 and the Canon SX500 IS. Canon ELPH 180 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 9mm narrower, 16mm shorter and 58mm thinner than Canon SX500 IS.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Canon ELPH 180 and Canon SX500 IS.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Canon ELPH 180 and Canon SX500 IS.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Canon ELPH 180 is significantly lighter (215g ) than the Canon SX500 IS which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Canon PowerShot ELPH 180 nor Canon PowerShot SX500 IS 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 SX500 IS's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Canon ELPH 180's 2.7 screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.