Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Olympus 9000

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Olympus 9000, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both designed by Olympus. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) and 9000 (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SZ-16 iHS was introduced 3 years later than the 9000 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a short introduction of how the SZ-16 iHS scores vs the 9000 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-16 iHS & Olympus Stylus 9000. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery & Olympus 9000 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-16 iHS comes with physical measurements of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Olympus 9000 has proportions of 96mm x 60mm x 31mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the SZ-16 iHS compared to the 9000.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SZ-16 iHS and 9000 is 89 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizing only by going over a spec sheet. The visual here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-16 iHS and 9000.

As you can see, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can count on the Olympus SZ-16 iHS to offer more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The newer SZ-16 iHS should have an edge in sensor technology.