Olympus 9000 vs Panasonic FH1

Following is a extensive overview of the Olympus 9000 versus Panasonic FH1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the 9000 (12MP) and the FH1 (12MP) is relatively close and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The 9000 was unveiled 7 months earlier than the FH1 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a full comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the 9000 scores versus the FH1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus 9000 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus 9000 Gallery and Panasonic FH1 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 9000 has outside measurements of 96mm x 60mm x 31mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Panasonic FH1 has dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus 9000 versus Panasonic FH1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the 9000 against the FH1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the 9000 and FH1 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizes simply by viewing a spec sheet. The pic here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the 9000 and FH1.

As you can see, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you need to take the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged 9000 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.