Olympus 7010 vs Olympus 9000

Here is a complete overview of the Olympus 7010 and Olympus 9000, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are manufactured by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the 7010 (12MP) and the 9000 (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The 7010 was manufactured 3 months later than the 9000 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the 7010 matches up versus the 9000 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus 7010 and Olympus Stylus 9000. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus 7010 Gallery and Olympus 9000 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus 7010 provides physical dimensions of 98mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Olympus 9000 has measurements of 96mm x 60mm x 31mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus 7010 and Olympus 9000 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the 7010 and the 9000.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 7010 and 9000 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading through specifications. The photograph below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the 7010 and 9000.

Plainly, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution and you should expect similar quality of pictures however you should always consider the release date of the products into consideration.