Olympus 9000 vs Panasonic FZ28
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Olympus 9000 vs Panasonic FZ28 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 50 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-280mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 225g - 96 x 60 x 31mm
- Introduced May 2009
- Other Name is mju 9000
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.4) lens
- 417g - 118 x 75 x 89mm
- Launched January 2009
Olympus 9000 vs Panasonic FZ28 Overview
Here, we are analyzing the Olympus 9000 and Panasonic FZ28, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the 9000 (12MP) and the FZ28 (10MP) is very well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe 9000 was manufactured 4 months after the FZ28 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the 9000 scores versus the FZ28 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus 9000 vs Panasonic FZ28 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 9000 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28. The entire galleries are available at Olympus 9000 Gallery and Panasonic FZ28 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 9000 over the Panasonic FZ28
9000 | FZ28 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ28 over the Olympus 9000
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Focus manually | Very precise focusing |
Common features in the Olympus 9000 and Panasonic FZ28
9000 | FZ28 | |||
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Launched | May 2009 | January 2009 | Similar generation | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same display sizing | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Missing Touch display |
Olympus 9000 vs Panasonic FZ28 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Olympus 9000 enjoys external measurements of 96mm x 60mm x 31mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ28 has specifications of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") along with a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs).
Check the Olympus 9000 and Panasonic FZ28 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the 9000 versus the FZ28.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 9000 and FZ28 is 92 and 72 respectively.
Olympus 9000 vs Panasonic FZ28 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading through specifications. The picture underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the 9000 and FZ28.
Plainly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Olympus 9000 to give greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively.
Olympus 9000 vs Panasonic FZ28 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus 9000 vs Panasonic FZ28 Specifications
Olympus Stylus 9000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus Stylus 9000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 |
Otherwise known as | mju 9000 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2009-05-14 | 2009-01-15 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 50 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 27-486mm (18.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-5.9 | f/2.8-4.4 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | 8.50 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On | Auto, Red-Eye Auto, On, Red-Eye On, Red-Eye Slow Sync, Off, Slow Sync (1&2) |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 @ 30 fps, 848 x 480, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 @ 30fps, 320 x 240 @ 10fps |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 225 gr (0.50 pounds) | 417 gr (0.92 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 60 x 31mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 118 x 75 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 27 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 17.9 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.1 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 79 |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $300 | $599 |