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-16 iHS and Fujifilm XP70 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Olympus SZ-16 iHS has external dimensions of 108 x 70 x 40 mm (4.25 x 2.76 x 1.57″) and weighs 226 g (0.50 lb / 7.97 oz) (including batteries). Fujifilm XP70 has external dimensions of 104 x 67 x 26 mm (4.09 x 2.64 x 1.02″) and weighs 179 g (0.39 lb / 6.31 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Olympus SZ-16 iHS and the Fujifilm XP70. Fujifilm XP70 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 4mm narrower, 3mm shorter and 14mm thinner than Olympus SZ-16 iHS.
Comparison image of the Olympus SZ-16 iHS and the Fujifilm XP70 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Fujifilm XP70.
Top View Comparison image of the Olympus SZ-16 iHS and the Fujifilm XP70 Size
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Fujifilm XP70 is significantly lighter (47g ) than the Olympus SZ-16 iHS which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the XP70, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the SZ-16 iHS.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Olympus SZ-16 iHS's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Fujifilm XP70's 2.7 screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.