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 Olympus XZ-2 iHS and Fujifilm Z1000EXR side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Olympus XZ-2 iHS has external dimensions of 113 x 65 x 48 mm (4.45 x 2.56 x 1.89″) and weighs 346 g (0.76 lb / 12.20 oz) (including batteries). Fujifilm Z1000EXR has external dimensions of 102 x 60 x 18 mm (4.02 x 2.36 x 0.71″) and weighs 157 g (0.35 lb / 5.54 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Olympus XZ-2 iHS and the Fujifilm Z1000EXR. Fujifilm Z1000EXR is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 11mm narrower, 5mm shorter and 30mm thinner than Olympus XZ-2 iHS.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Olympus XZ-2 iHS and Fujifilm Z1000EXR.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Fujifilm Z1000EXR is significantly lighter (189g ) than the Olympus XZ-2 iHS which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Olympus XZ-2 iHS nor Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR 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
Fujifilm Z1000EXR's 3.50" LCD screen is slightly larger than Olympus XZ-2 iHS's 3" screen.
On the other hand, Olympus XZ-2 iHS LCD screen has a
Tilting feature where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels. On the other hand, Fujifilm Z1000EXR has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to XZ-2 iHS.