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 SX500 IS and Olympus XZ-10 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Canon SX500 IS has external dimensions of 104 x 70 x 80 mm (4.09 x 2.76 x 3.15″) and weighs 341 g (0.75 lb / 12.03 oz) (including batteries). Olympus XZ-10 has external dimensions of 102 x 61 x 34 mm (4.03 x 2.41 x 1.35″) and weighs 221 g (0.49 lb / 7.80 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Canon SX500 IS and the Olympus XZ-10. Olympus XZ-10 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 2mm narrower, 9mm shorter and 46mm thinner than Canon SX500 IS.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Canon SX500 IS and Olympus XZ-10.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Canon SX500 IS and Olympus XZ-10.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Olympus XZ-10 is significantly lighter (120g ) than the Canon SX500 IS which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Canon PowerShot SX500 IS nor Olympus Stylus XZ-10 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 SX500 IS and Olympus XZ-10'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.