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 Casio EX-Z450 and Canon ELPH 500 HS side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Casio EX-Z450 has external dimensions of 81 x 56 x 21 mm (3.19 x 2.2 x 0.83″) and weighs 128 g (0.28 lb / 4.52 oz) (including batteries). Canon ELPH 500 HS has external dimensions of 101 x 56 x 25 mm (3.98 x 2.2 x 0.98″) and weighs 185 g (0.41 lb / 6.53 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Casio EX-Z450 and the Canon ELPH 500 HS. Casio EX-Z450 is 20mm narrower and 4mm thinner than Casio EX-Z450 but they have the same height of 56mm.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Casio EX-Z450 and Canon ELPH 500 HS.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Casio EX-Z450 is significantly lighter (57g ) than the Canon ELPH 500 HS which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Casio Exilim EX-Z450 nor Canon ELPH 500 HS (IXUS 310 HS / IXY 31S) 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 500 HS's 3.20" LCD screen is slightly larger than Casio EX-Z450's 3 screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.