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 Ricoh CX5 and Olympus SZ-10 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Ricoh CX5 has external dimensions of 102 x 59 x 29 mm (4.02 x 2.32 x 1.14″) and weighs 205 g (0.45 lb / 7.23 oz) (including batteries). Olympus SZ-10 has external dimensions of 106 x 67 x 38 mm (4.17 x 2.64 x 1.5″) and weighs 215 g (0.47 lb / 7.58 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Ricoh CX5 and the Olympus SZ-10. Ricoh CX5 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 4mm narrower, 8mm shorter and 9mm thinner than Olympus SZ-10.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Ricoh CX5 and Olympus SZ-10.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Ricoh CX5 and Olympus SZ-10.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Ricoh CX5 is 10g lighter than the Olympus SZ-10 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Ricoh CX5 nor Olympus SZ-10 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
Ricoh CX5 and Olympus SZ-10'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.