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-1 and Nikon P300 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Olympus XZ-1 has external dimensions of 111 x 65 x 42 mm (4.37 x 2.56 x 1.65″) and weighs 275 g (0.61 lb / 9.70 oz) (including batteries). Nikon P300 has external dimensions of 103 x 58 x 32 mm (4.06 x 2.28 x 1.26″) and weighs 189 g (0.42 lb / 6.67 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Olympus XZ-1 and the Nikon P300. Nikon P300 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 8mm narrower, 7mm shorter and 10mm thinner than Olympus XZ-1.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Olympus XZ-1 and Nikon P300.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Olympus XZ-1 and Nikon P300.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Nikon P300 is significantly lighter (86g ) than the Olympus XZ-1 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Olympus XZ-1 nor Nikon Coolpix P300 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-1 and Nikon P300'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.