Olympus FE-25 vs Olympus 9000

Below, we will be comparing the Olympus FE-25 and Olympus 9000, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are sold by Olympus. The image resolution of the FE-25 (10MP) and the 9000 (12MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The FE-25 was introduced 4 months prior to the 9000 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus FE-25 being a Ultracompact camera and the Olympus 9000 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the FE-25 scores versus the 9000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus FE-25 & Olympus Stylus 9000. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus FE-25 Gallery & Olympus 9000 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus FE-25 enjoys exterior dimensions of 93mm x 62mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Olympus 9000 has proportions of 96mm x 60mm x 31mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).

Look at the Olympus FE-25 and Olympus 9000 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the FE-25 compared to the 9000.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FE-25 and 9000 is 98 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reviewing specifications. The graphic below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FE-25 and 9000.

Plainly, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can expect the Olympus 9000 to offer you greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs much more aggressively.