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 L22 and Olympus XZ-10 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Nikon L22 has external dimensions of 98 x 61 x 28 mm (3.86 x 2.4 x 1.1″) and weighs 183 g (0.40 lb / 6.46 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 L22 and the Olympus XZ-10. Nikon L22 is 4mm narrower and 6mm thinner than Nikon L22 but they have the same height of 61mm.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Nikon L22 and Olympus XZ-10.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon L22 and Olympus XZ-10.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Nikon L22 is significantly lighter (38g ) than the Olympus XZ-10 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Nikon Coolpix L22 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 L22 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.