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-15 and Nikon S4300 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Olympus SZ-15 has external dimensions of and weighs 250 g (0.55 lb / 8.82 oz) (including batteries). Nikon S4300 has external dimensions of 96 x 59 x 21 mm (3.78 x 2.32 x 0.83″) and weighs 139 g (0.31 lb / 4.90 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Olympus SZ-15 and the Nikon S4300. Nikon S4300 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 12mm narrower, 11mm shorter and 19mm thinner than Olympus SZ-15.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Olympus SZ-15 and Nikon S4300.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Olympus SZ-15 and Nikon S4300.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Nikon S4300 is significantly lighter (111g ) than the Olympus SZ-15 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Olympus SZ-15 nor Nikon Coolpix S4300 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-15 and Nikon S4300'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.