Canon A3200 IS vs Olympus 9000

The following is a in-depth comparison of the Canon A3200 IS vs Olympus 9000, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the A3200 IS (14MP) and the 9000 (12MP) is pretty comparable and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The A3200 IS was revealed 21 months after the 9000 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the A3200 IS grades vs the 9000 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A3200 IS and Olympus Stylus 9000. The full galleries are viewable at Canon A3200 IS Gallery and Olympus 9000 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Canon A3200 IS features exterior measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Olympus 9000 has specifications of 96mm x 60mm x 31mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the A3200 IS versus the 9000.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A3200 IS and 9000 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions simply by going through technical specs. The picture below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the A3200 IS and 9000.

As you have seen, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Canon A3200 IS to produce more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The fresher A3200 IS is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.