Olympus FE-3010 vs Olympus 9000

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Olympus FE-3010 and Olympus 9000, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are manufactured by Olympus. The image resolution of the FE-3010 (12MP) and the 9000 (12MP) is relatively similar and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The FE-3010 was released 4 months earlier than the 9000 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus FE-3010 being a Ultracompact camera and the Olympus 9000 being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the FE-3010 matches up against the 9000 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus FE-3010 and Olympus Stylus 9000. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus FE-3010 Gallery and Olympus 9000 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus FE-3010 provides external measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 108 grams (0.24 lbs) and the Olympus 9000 has dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 31mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus FE-3010 and Olympus 9000 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the FE-3010 and the 9000.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the FE-3010 and 9000 is 97 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FE-3010 and 9000.

As you can see, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photos though you need to take the release date of the products into consideration.