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 360 HS and Canon 170 IS side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Canon ELPH 360 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). 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).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Canon ELPH 360 HS and the Canon 170 IS. In this case, we can see that Canon ELPH 360 HS and Canon 170 IS have the exact same height, width and thickness.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Canon ELPH 360 HS and Canon 170 IS.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Canon ELPH 360 HS and Canon 170 IS.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Canon 170 IS is 6g lighter than the Canon ELPH 360 HS but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Canon PowerShot ELPH 360 HS nor Canon PowerShot ELPH 170 IS (IXUS 170) 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 360 HS'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.