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 TS3 and Canon SX30 IS side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic TS3 has external dimensions of 103 x 64 x 27 mm (4.06 x 2.52 x 1.06″) and weighs 197 g (0.43 lb / 6.95 oz) (including batteries). Canon SX30 IS has external dimensions of 123 x 92 x 108 mm (4.84 x 3.62 x 4.25″) and weighs 601 g (1.32 lb / 21.20 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic TS3 and the Canon SX30 IS. Panasonic TS3 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 20mm narrower, 28mm shorter and 81mm thinner than Canon SX30 IS.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic TS3 is significantly lighter (404g ) than the Canon SX30 IS which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the TS3, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the SX30 IS.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Panasonic TS3 and Canon SX30 IS's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 2.70 inches.
On the other hand, Canon SX30 IS 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. Panasonic TS3's LCD screen is a fixed type which provides almost no flexibility in shooting positions compared to SX30 IS.