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 TL220 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 TL220 has external dimensions of 100 x 60 x 19 mm (3.94 x 2.36 x 0.75″) and weighs 169 g (0.37 lb / 5.96 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Olympus XZ-10 and the Samsung TL220. Samsung TL220 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 2mm narrower, 1mm shorter and 15mm thinner than Olympus XZ-10.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Olympus XZ-10 and Samsung TL220.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Samsung TL220 is significantly lighter (52g ) 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 TL220 (ST500) 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 Samsung TL220'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.