Olympus 9000 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS
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Olympus 9000 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 50 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-280mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 225g - 96 x 60 x 31mm
- Launched May 2009
- Other Name is mju 9000
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 206g - 101 x 65 x 26mm
- Revealed February 2012
Olympus 9000 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Overview
On this page, we are contrasting the Olympus 9000 versus Olympus TG-820 iHS, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof and they are both built by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the 9000 (12MP) and the TG-820 iHS (12MP) is very close and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe 9000 was announced 3 years earlier than the TG-820 iHS which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a short highlight of how the 9000 grades vs the TG-820 iHS for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus 9000 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 9000 & Olympus TG-820 iHS. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus 9000 Gallery & Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 9000 over the Olympus TG-820 iHS
9000 | TG-820 iHS |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-820 iHS over the Olympus 9000
TG-820 iHS | 9000 | |||
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Revealed | February 2012 | May 2009 | More modern by 33 months | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 1030k | 230k | Clearer display (+800k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus 9000 and Olympus TG-820 iHS
9000 | TG-820 iHS | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Absent Touch display |
Olympus 9000 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera often, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 9000 enjoys outside measurements of 96mm x 60mm x 31mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-820 iHS has dimensions of 101mm x 65mm x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).
Check out the Olympus 9000 versus Olympus TG-820 iHS in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the 9000 compared to the TG-820 iHS.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the 9000 and TG-820 iHS is 92 and 92 respectively.
Olympus 9000 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Sensor Comparison
Generally, its hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizes simply by viewing specifications. The picture below will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the 9000 and TG-820 iHS.
To sum up, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of files but you should really consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged 9000 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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Olympus 9000 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Specifications
Olympus Stylus 9000 | Olympus TG-820 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Olympus |
Model type | Olympus Stylus 9000 | Olympus TG-820 iHS |
Alternate name | mju 9000 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2009-05-14 | 2012-02-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | TruePic VI |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Maximum resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 3968 x 2976 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 50 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-5.9 | f/3.9-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 1,030k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | HyperCrystal III TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps)1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 225 grams (0.50 lbs) | 206 grams (0.45 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 60 x 31mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 101 x 65 x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 220 pictures |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $300 | $500 |