Olympus 9000 vs Panasonic GF3

Below, we will be contrasting the Olympus 9000 vs Panasonic GF3, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the 9000 (12MP) and the GF3 (12MP) is relatively close but the 9000 (1/2.3") and GF3 (Four Thirds) enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The 9000 was announced 3 years prior to the GF3 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus 9000 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GF3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the 9000 matches up vs the GF3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus 9000 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus 9000 Gallery & Panasonic GF3 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 9000 has got external measurements of 96mm x 60mm x 31mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GF3 has dimensions of 108mm x 67mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 264 grams (0.58 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the 9000 versus the GF3.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 9000 and GF3 is 92 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing merely by viewing specs. The graphic underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the 9000 and GF3.

All in all, both of those cameras posses the exact same megapixels albeit different sensor sizing. The 9000 comes with the smaller sensor which will make obtaining shallower depth of field more difficult. The older 9000 will be behind in sensor innovation.