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 Samsung TL240 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). Samsung TL240 has external dimensions of 104 x 58 x 20 mm (4.09 x 2.28 x 0.79″) and weighs 160 g (0.35 lb / 5.64 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Olympus XZ-2 iHS and the Samsung TL240. Samsung TL240 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 9mm narrower, 7mm shorter and 28mm thinner than Olympus XZ-2 iHS.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Olympus XZ-2 iHS and Samsung TL240.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Samsung TL240 is significantly lighter (186g ) 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 Samsung TL240 (ST5000) 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
Samsung TL240'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, Samsung TL240 has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to XZ-2 iHS.