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 XZ-10 and Canon SD980 IS side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. 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). Canon SD980 IS has external dimensions of 100 x 53 x 23 mm (3.94 x 2.09 x 0.91″) and weighs 150 g (0.33 lb / 5.29 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Olympus XZ-10 and the Canon SD980 IS. Canon SD980 IS is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 2mm narrower, 8mm shorter and 11mm thinner than Olympus XZ-10.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Olympus XZ-10 and Canon SD980 IS.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Canon SD980 IS is significantly lighter (71g ) than the Olympus XZ-10 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Olympus Stylus XZ-10 nor Canon PowerShot SD980 IS / Digital IXUS 200 IS 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 XZ-10 and Canon SD980 IS'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.