Olympus 9000 vs Panasonic FP2

Here, we are contrasting the Olympus 9000 vs Panasonic FP2, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the 9000 (12MP) and the FP2 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The 9000 was introduced 7 months before the FP2 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus 9000 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the 9000 matches up vs the FP2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus 9000 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2. The whole galleries are available at Olympus 9000 Gallery & Panasonic FP2 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus 9000 offers external dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 31mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FP2 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

Check the Olympus 9000 vs Panasonic FP2 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the 9000 against the FP2.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 9000 and FP2 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizes simply by viewing specifications. The picture below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the 9000 and FP2.

To sum up, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Panasonic FP2 to render extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged 9000 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.