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 S31 and Olympus XZ-10 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Nikon S31 has external dimensions of 105 x 65 x 42 mm (4.13 x 2.56 x 1.65″) and weighs 185 g (0.41 lb / 6.53 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 S31 and the Olympus XZ-10. Olympus XZ-10 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 3mm narrower, 4mm shorter and 8mm thinner than Nikon S31.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Nikon S31 and Olympus XZ-10.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon S31 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 S31 is significantly lighter (36g ) than the Olympus XZ-10 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the S31, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the XZ-10.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Olympus XZ-10's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Nikon S31's 2.7" screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.