Olympus 9000 vs Panasonic FH6

Below is a in depth analysis of the Olympus 9000 versus Panasonic FH6, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the 9000 (12MP) and the FH6 (14MP) is very close and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The 9000 was brought out 3 years earlier than the FH6 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the 9000 scores vs the FH6 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 9000 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus 9000 Gallery and Panasonic FH6 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus 9000 comes with external dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 31mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Panasonic FH6 has specifications of 96mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

Check the Olympus 9000 versus Panasonic FH6 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the 9000 against the FH6.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 9000 and FH6 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to envision the contrast in sensor measurements purely by researching specifications. The graphic underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the 9000 and FH6.

Plainly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic FH6 to provide you with extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The older 9000 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.