Size and weight is a big decision factor when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, We are going to illustrate FujiFilm S2500HD and Olympus XZ-1 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. FujiFilm S2500HD has external dimensions of 110 x 73 x 81 mm (4.33 x 2.89 x 3.19″) and weighs 337 g (0.74 lb / 11.89 oz) (including batteries). Olympus XZ-1 has external dimensions of 111 x 65 x 42 mm (4.37 x 2.56 x 1.65″) and weighs 275 g (0.61 lb / 9.70 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front view size comparison of FujiFilm S2500HD and Olympus XZ-1. Olympus XZ-1 is 8mm shorter and 39mm thinner than FujiFilm S2500HD but it is also 1mm wider.
Comparison image of FujiFilm S2500HD and Olympus XZ-1 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of FujiFilm S2500HD and Olympus XZ-1.
Comparison image of FujiFilm S2500HD and Olympus XZ-1 Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of FujiFilm S2500HD and Olympus XZ-1.
Top View Comparison image of FujiFilm S2500HD and Olympus XZ-1 Size
Weight is another important factor especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Olympus XZ-1 is significantly lighter (62g ) than the FujiFilm S2500HD which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD (FinePix S2600HD) nor Olympus XZ-1 provides any type of weather sealing in their body, 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 Bridge Cameras with Weather Sealing Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
FujiFilm S2500HD and Olympus XZ-1's LCD screens has the same diagonal size of 3".
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.