Olympus 550WP vs Panasonic G9

Here is a in depth overview of the Olympus 550WP and Panasonic G9, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the 550WP (10MP) and G9 (20MP) and the 550WP (1/2.3") and G9 (Four Thirds) possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The 550WP was brought out 9 years prior to the G9 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus 550WP being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the 550WP matches up versus the G9 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 550WP & Panasonic Lumix DC-G9. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus 550WP Gallery & Panasonic G9 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus 550WP has outer measurements of 94mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Panasonic G9 has measurements of 137mm x 97mm x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") having a weight of 658 grams (1.45 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the 550WP against the G9.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the 550WP and G9 is 94 and 62 respectively.

Often, it is tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing just by checking specs. The photograph below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the 550WP and G9.

All in all, the two cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The 550WP because of its tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field trickier and the Panasonic G9 will give greater detail having its extra 10MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images far more aggressively. The older 550WP is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.