Olympus SP-610UZ vs Olympus 9000

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Olympus SP-610UZ versus Olympus 9000, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are produced by Olympus. The image resolution of the SP-610UZ (14MP) and the 9000 (12MP) is pretty well matched and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SP-610UZ was introduced 21 months after the 9000 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summation of how the SP-610UZ grades versus the 9000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-610UZ and Olympus Stylus 9000. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery and Olympus 9000 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and size. The Olympus SP-610UZ has got outside dimensions of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") along with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) and 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).

See the Olympus SP-610UZ versus Olympus 9000 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the SP-610UZ and the 9000.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-610UZ and 9000 is 79 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by looking at specifications. The pic below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-610UZ and 9000.

To sum up, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Olympus SP-610UZ to resolve more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The younger SP-610UZ is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.