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 SX50 HS and Panasonic FX78 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Canon SX50 HS has external dimensions of 123 x 87 x 106 mm (4.84 x 3.43 x 4.17″) and weighs 595 g (1.31 lb / 20.99 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic FX78 has external dimensions of 100 x 55 x 21 mm (3.94 x 2.17 x 0.83″) and weighs 142 g (0.31 lb / 5.01 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Canon SX50 HS and the Panasonic FX78. Panasonic FX78 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 23mm narrower, 32mm shorter and 85mm thinner than Canon SX50 HS.
Comparison image of the Canon SX50 HS and the Panasonic FX78 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of the Canon SX50 HS and Panasonic FX78.
Comparison image of the Canon SX50 HS and the Panasonic FX78 Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Canon SX50 HS and Panasonic FX78.
Top View Comparison image of the Canon SX50 HS and the Panasonic FX78 Size
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic FX78 is significantly lighter (453g ) than the Canon SX50 HS which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Canon PowerShot SX50 HS nor Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 (Lumix DMC-FX77) 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 Bridge Cameras with Weather Sealing Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Panasonic FX78's 3.50" LCD screen is slightly larger than Canon SX50 HS's 2.8" screen.
On the other hand, Canon SX50 HS sports a
Fully Articulated screen which you can change the angle and position of the screen almost freely, making it possible to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels, and especially very useful for shooting selfies and video. On the other hand, Panasonic FX78 has a fixed type screen which provides almost no flexibility in shooting positions compared to SX50 HS.
