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 SX610 HS and Panasonic SZ10 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Canon SX610 HS has external dimensions of 105 x 61 x 27 mm (4.13 x 2.4 x 1.06″) and weighs 191 g (0.42 lb / 6.74 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic SZ10 has external dimensions of 99 x 60 x 30 mm (3.9 x 2.36 x 1.18″) and weighs 177 g (0.39 lb / 6.24 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Canon SX610 HS and the Panasonic SZ10. Panasonic SZ10 is 6mm narrower and 1mm shorter than Canon SX610 HS but it is also 3mm thicker.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Canon SX610 HS and Panasonic SZ10.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Canon SX610 HS and Panasonic SZ10.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic SZ10 is 14g lighter than the Canon SX610 HS but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Canon PowerShot SX610 HS nor Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 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 SX610 HS and Panasonic SZ10's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Panasonic SZ10 features a
Tilting screen where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels whereas the Canon SX610 HS has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to SZ10.