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 Olympus VH-515 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). Olympus VH-515 has external dimensions of 102 x 60 x 21 mm (4.02 x 2.36 x 0.83″) and weighs 152 g (0.34 lb / 5.36 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Olympus XZ-1 and the Olympus VH-515. Olympus VH-515 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 9mm narrower, 5mm shorter and 21mm thinner than Olympus XZ-1.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Olympus XZ-1 and Olympus VH-515.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Olympus XZ-1 and Olympus VH-515.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Olympus VH-515 is significantly lighter (123g ) 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 Olympus VH-515 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 Olympus VH-515'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.