Fujifilm XP60 vs Olympus 9000

On this page, we are contrasting the Fujifilm XP60 vs Olympus 9000, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies FujiFilm and Olympus. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm XP60 (16MP) and 9000 (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP60 was announced 4 years later than the 9000 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the Fujifilm XP60 matches up vs the 9000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix XP60 & Olympus Stylus 9000. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XP60 Gallery & Olympus 9000 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm XP60 provides outside dimensions of 104mm x 67mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Olympus 9000 has specifications of 96mm x 60mm x 31mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm XP60 compared to the 9000.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP60 and 9000 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading through technical specs. The graphic underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XP60 and 9000.

As you have seen, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Fujifilm XP60 to give you more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm XP60 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.