Canon 170 IS weighs
141 g (0.31 lb / 4.97 oz) and has external dimensions of
100 x 58 x 23 mm (3.94 x 2.28 x 0.91″). Considering that the average weight of Compact type cameras is 188g, Canon 170 IS is a remarkably light camera for its class. Even better, with a thickness of only 23mm, it is also quite small, 5mm thinner than the average of its class.
Weight Comparison
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Thickness Comparison
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Here is the front and top view image of Canon 170 IS with the dimensions:
In order to give you a better idea about the real life size of Canon 170 IS, we have added an image of how it looks next to a credit card and an AA type battery.
Below you can find the comparison of the weight and thickness of Canon 170 IS with its main competitors:
Canon 170 IS Size Compared to Main Competitors
Weather Sealing
Canon 170 IS doesn't have any environmental sealings on its body so you got to be extra careful to protect it against water and dust. If you shoot under these conditions very often, consider checking Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing page.