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 Sony H50 and Canon S120 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Sony H50 has external dimensions of 116 x 81 x 86 mm (4.57 x 3.2 x 3.39″) and weighs 547 g (1.21 lb / 19.29 oz) (including batteries). Canon S120 has external dimensions of 100 x 59 x 29 mm (3.94 x 2.32 x 1.14″) and weighs 217 g (0.48 lb / 7.65 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Sony H50 and the Canon S120. Canon S120 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 16mm narrower, 22mm shorter and 57mm thinner than Sony H50.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Sony H50 and Canon S120.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Sony H50 and Canon S120.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Canon S120 is significantly lighter (330g ) than the Sony H50 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50 nor Canon PowerShot S120 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
Sony H50 and Canon S120'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.