Olympus 9000 vs Panasonic FP3

Here is a detailed comparison of the Olympus 9000 vs Panasonic FP3, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the 9000 (12MP) and the FP3 (14MP) is fairly close and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The 9000 was brought out 7 months prior to the FP3 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus 9000 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FP3 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the 9000 scores vs the FP3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus 9000 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus 9000 Gallery and Panasonic FP3 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus 9000 features outside 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) and the Panasonic FP3 has sizing of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus 9000 vs Panasonic FP3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that moment. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the 9000 against the FP3.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the 9000 and FP3 is 92 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing merely by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the 9000 and FP3.

Clearly, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic FP3 to provide you with more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The older 9000 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.