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 Panasonic TS2 and Canon SX500 IS side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic TS2 has external dimensions of 99 x 63 x 24 mm (3.9 x 2.48 x 0.94″) and weighs 188 g (0.41 lb / 6.63 oz) (including batteries). Canon SX500 IS has external dimensions of 104 x 70 x 80 mm (4.09 x 2.76 x 3.15″) and weighs 341 g (0.75 lb / 12.03 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic TS2 and the Canon SX500 IS. Panasonic TS2 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 5mm narrower, 7mm shorter and 56mm thinner than Canon SX500 IS.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic TS2 and Canon SX500 IS.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic TS2 and Canon SX500 IS.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic TS2 is significantly lighter (153g ) than the Canon SX500 IS which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the TS2, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the SX500 IS.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Canon SX500 IS's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Panasonic TS2's 2.7" screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.