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 350 HS and Sony HX50V side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Canon ELPH 350 HS has external dimensions of 100 x 58 x 23 mm (3.94 x 2.28 x 0.91″) and weighs 147 g (0.32 lb / 5.19 oz) (including batteries). Sony HX50V has external dimensions of 108 x 64 x 38 mm (4.25 x 2.52 x 1.5″) and weighs 272 g (0.60 lb / 9.59 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Canon ELPH 350 HS and the Sony HX50V. Canon ELPH 350 HS is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 8mm narrower, 6mm shorter and 15mm thinner than Sony HX50V.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Canon ELPH 350 HS and Sony HX50V.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Canon ELPH 350 HS and Sony HX50V.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Canon ELPH 350 HS is significantly lighter (125g ) than the Sony HX50V which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Canon PowerShot ELPH 350 HS (IXUS 275 HS) nor Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V 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 350 HS and Sony HX50V'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.