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 ZS45 and Canon SX70 HS side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic ZS45 has external dimensions of 108 x 60 x 32 mm (4.25 x 2.36 x 1.26″) and weighs 249 g (0.55 lb / 8.78 oz) (including batteries). Canon SX70 HS has external dimensions of 127 x 91 x 117 mm (5 x 3.58 x 4.61″) and weighs 608 g (1.34 lb / 21.45 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic ZS45 and the Canon SX70 HS. Panasonic ZS45 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 19mm narrower, 31mm shorter and 85mm thinner than Canon SX70 HS.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic ZS45 and Canon SX70 HS.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic ZS45 and Canon SX70 HS.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic ZS45 is significantly lighter (359g ) than the Canon SX70 HS which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 (Lumix DMC-TZ57) nor Canon PowerShot SX70 HS 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 Top Bridge Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Panasonic ZS45 and Canon SX70 HS's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Panasonic ZS45 features a
Tilting-only screen which is mostly only good for shooting from waist or over-the-head levels. On the other hand, Canon SX70 HS sports a
Fully Articulated screen which is more flexible and useful, especially for taking selfies and video.