Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Olympus E-PL9

The following is a in-depth analysis of the Casio EX-ZR1000 and Olympus E-PL9, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Casio and Olympus. The resolution of the EX-ZR1000 (16MP) and the E-PL9 (16MP) is very similar but the EX-ZR1000 (1/2.3") and E-PL9 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor dimensions.

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The EX-ZR1000 was brought out 6 years earlier than the E-PL9 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-ZR1000 being a Compact camera and the Olympus E-PL9 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the EX-ZR1000 grades vs the E-PL9 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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When you are aiming to travel with your camera, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR1000 provides external dimensions of 108mm x 62mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-PL9 has proportions of 117mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") having a weight of 380 grams (0.84 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-ZR1000 vs the E-PL9.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR1000 and E-PL9 is 90 and 85 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions only by reading specs. The pic here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR1000 and E-PL9.

All in all, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact resolution but not the same sensor dimensions. The EX-ZR1000 contains the tinier sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower depth of field more challenging. The more aged EX-ZR1000 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.