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 Nikon S6300 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). Nikon S6300 has external dimensions of 94 x 58 x 26 mm (3.7 x 2.28 x 1.02″) and weighs 160 g (0.35 lb / 5.64 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Olympus XZ-10 and the Nikon S6300. Nikon S6300 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 8mm narrower, 3mm shorter and 8mm thinner than Olympus XZ-10.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Olympus XZ-10 and Nikon S6300.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Olympus XZ-10 and Nikon S6300.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Nikon S6300 is significantly lighter (61g ) 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 Nikon Coolpix S6300 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's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Nikon S6300's 2.7 screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.