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 Samsung SL720 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). Samsung SL720 has external dimensions of 92 x 61 x 23 mm (3.62 x 2.4 x 0.91″) and weighs 168 g (0.37 lb / 5.93 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Olympus XZ-10 and the Samsung SL720. Olympus XZ-10 has the same height with Samsung SL720. On the other hand, with a width of 102mm, it is 10 wider and also with a thickness of 34mm, it is 11mm thicker than Samsung SL720.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Olympus XZ-10 and Samsung SL720.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Samsung SL720 is significantly lighter (53g ) 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 Samsung SL720 (PL70) 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 Samsung SL720's 2.7" screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.