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 SX230 HS and Panasonic TS3 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Canon SX230 HS has external dimensions of 106 x 62 x 33 mm (4.17 x 2.44 x 1.3″) and weighs 223 g (0.49 lb / 7.87 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 SX230 HS and the Panasonic TS3. Panasonic TS3 is 3mm narrower and 6mm thinner than Canon SX230 HS but it is also 2mm taller.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Canon SX230 HS and Panasonic TS3.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Canon SX230 HS and Panasonic TS3.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic TS3 is 26g lighter than the Canon SX230 HS 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 SX230 HS.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Canon SX230 HS's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Panasonic TS3's 2.7" screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.