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 Olympus SZ-10 and Olympus XZ-1 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Olympus SZ-10 has external dimensions of 106 x 67 x 38 mm (4.17 x 2.64 x 1.5″) and weighs 215 g (0.47 lb / 7.58 oz) (including batteries). Olympus XZ-1 has external dimensions of 111 x 65 x 42 mm (4.37 x 2.56 x 1.65″) and weighs 275 g (0.61 lb / 9.70 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Olympus SZ-10 and the Olympus XZ-1. Olympus SZ-10 is 5mm narrower and 4mm thinner than Olympus XZ-1 but it is also 2mm taller.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Olympus SZ-10 and Olympus XZ-1.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Olympus SZ-10 and Olympus XZ-1.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Olympus SZ-10 is significantly lighter (60g ) than the Olympus XZ-1 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Olympus SZ-10 nor Olympus XZ-1 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
Olympus SZ-10 and Olympus XZ-1'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.