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 S8100 and Olympus XZ-10 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Nikon S8100 has external dimensions of 104 x 60 x 30 mm (4.09 x 2.36 x 1.18″) and weighs 180 g (0.40 lb / 6.35 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 S8100 and the Olympus XZ-10. Nikon S8100 is 1mm shorter and 4mm thinner than Olympus XZ-10 but it is also 2mm wider.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Nikon S8100 and Olympus XZ-10.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon S8100 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 S8100 is significantly lighter (41g ) than the Olympus XZ-10 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Nikon Coolpix S8100 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 S8100 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.