Olympus 9000 vs Panasonic FZ35

Here is a complete overview of the Olympus 9000 vs Panasonic FZ35, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the 9000 (12MP) and the FZ35 (12MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The 9000 was revealed 13 months earlier than the FZ35 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus 9000 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ35 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the 9000 scores against the FZ35 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus 9000 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus 9000 Gallery and Panasonic FZ35 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 9000 offers exterior measurements 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 FZ35 has dimensions of 118mm x 76mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") and a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the 9000 vs the FZ35.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 9000 and FZ35 is 92 and 72 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading through specifications. The visual underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the 9000 and FZ35.

To sum up, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of files although you need to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The older 9000 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.