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 Nikon S9100 and Olympus SZ-12 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Nikon S9100 has external dimensions of 105 x 62 x 35 mm (4.13 x 2.44 x 1.38″) and weighs 214 g (0.47 lb / 7.55 oz) (including batteries). Olympus SZ-12 has external dimensions of 106 x 69 x 40 mm (4.17 x 2.72 x 1.57″) and weighs 226 g (0.50 lb / 7.97 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Nikon S9100 and Olympus SZ-12. Nikon S9100 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 1mm narrower, 7mm shorter and 5mm thinner than Olympus SZ-12.
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Comparison image of Nikon S9100 and Olympus SZ-12 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon S9100 and Olympus SZ-12.
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Top View Comparison image of Nikon S9100 and Olympus SZ-12 Size
Weight is another important factor especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Nikon S9100 is 12g lighter than the Olympus SZ-12 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither Nikon Coolpix S9100 nor Olympus SZ-12 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 Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Nikon S9100 and Olympus SZ-12'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.