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 Nikon L100 and Olympus XZ-10 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Nikon L100 has external dimensions of 110 x 72 x 78 mm (4.33 x 2.83 x 3.07″) and weighs 360 g (0.79 lb / 12.70 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 Nikon L100 and the Olympus XZ-10. Olympus XZ-10 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 8mm narrower, 11mm shorter and 44mm thinner than Nikon L100.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Nikon L100 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 (139g ) than the Nikon L100 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Nikon Coolpix L100 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
Nikon L100 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.