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 ZS50 and Canon SX160 IS side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic ZS50 has external dimensions of 111 x 65 x 34 mm (4.37 x 2.56 x 1.34″) and weighs 243 g (0.54 lb / 8.57 oz) (including batteries). Canon SX160 IS has external dimensions of 111 x 73 x 44 mm (4.37 x 2.87 x 1.73″) and weighs 291 g (0.64 lb / 10.26 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic ZS50 and the Canon SX160 IS. Panasonic ZS50 has the same height with Canon SX160 IS. On the other hand, with a width of 65mm, it is 8 narrower and also with a thickness of 34mm, it is 10mm thinner than Canon SX160 IS.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic ZS50 and Canon SX160 IS.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic ZS50 and Canon SX160 IS.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic ZS50 is significantly lighter (48g ) than the Canon SX160 IS which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 (Lumix DMC-TZ70) nor Canon PowerShot SX160 IS 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
Panasonic ZS50 and Canon SX160 IS's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.