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 Canon SX710 HS and Fujifilm F500 EXR side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Canon SX710 HS has external dimensions of 113 x 66 x 35 mm (4.45 x 2.6 x 1.38″) and weighs 269 g (0.59 lb / 9.49 oz) (including batteries). Fujifilm F500 EXR has external dimensions of 104 x 63 x 33 mm (4.09 x 2.48 x 1.3″) and weighs 215 g (0.47 lb / 7.58 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Canon SX710 HS and the Fujifilm F500 EXR. Fujifilm F500 EXR is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 9mm narrower, 3mm shorter and 2mm thinner than Canon SX710 HS.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Canon SX710 HS and Fujifilm F500 EXR.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Canon SX710 HS and Fujifilm F500 EXR.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Fujifilm F500 EXR is significantly lighter (54g ) than the Canon SX710 HS which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Canon PowerShot SX710 HS nor Fujifilm FinePix F500 EXR 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
Canon SX710 HS and Fujifilm F500 EXR'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.