Fujifilm X10 vs Olympus 9000

The following is a comprehensive assessment of the Fujifilm X10 versus Olympus 9000, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the Fujifilm X10 (12MP) and the 9000 (12MP) is relatively close but the Fujifilm X10 (2/3") and 9000 (1/2.3") offer different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X10 was released 3 years after the 9000 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a short summation of how the Fujifilm X10 scores versus the 9000 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X10 and Olympus Stylus 9000. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X10 Gallery and Olympus 9000 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X10 has got outside dimensions of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) whilst the Olympus 9000 has measurements of 96mm x 60mm x 31mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm X10 versus Olympus 9000 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X10 against the 9000.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X10 and 9000 is 83 and 92 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions only by researching specs. The pic here will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X10 and 9000.

All in all, each of the cameras come with the identical MP albeit different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X10 has the bigger sensor which will make getting shallow depth of field simpler. The more recent Fujifilm X10 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.