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 Sony HX100V 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). Sony HX100V has external dimensions of 122 x 87 x 93 mm (4.8 x 3.43 x 3.66″) and weighs 577 g (1.27 lb / 20.35 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Canon SX50 HS and the Sony HX100V. Canon SX50 HS has the same height with Sony HX100V. On the other hand, with a width of 123mm, it is 1 wider and also with a thickness of 106mm, it is 13mm thicker than Sony HX100V.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Canon SX50 HS and Sony HX100V.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Canon SX50 HS and Sony HX100V.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Sony HX100V is 18g lighter than the Canon SX50 HS but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Canon PowerShot SX50 HS nor Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V 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
LCD Screen Size and Features
Sony HX100V's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Canon SX50 HS's 2.8" screen.