Olympus 9000 vs Panasonic GM1

On this page, we are comparing the Olympus 9000 versus Panasonic GM1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the 9000 (12MP) and GM1 (16MP) and the 9000 (1/2.3") and GM1 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The 9000 was manufactured 5 years earlier than the GM1 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus 9000 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the 9000 matches up versus the GM1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 9000 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus 9000 Gallery & Panasonic GM1 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus 9000 has exterior 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) while the Panasonic GM1 has proportions of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") along with a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).

See the Olympus 9000 versus Panasonic GM1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the 9000 against the GM1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the 9000 and GM1 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to see the difference between sensor sizing merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the 9000 and GM1.

As you can see, each of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The 9000 because of its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh tougher and the Panasonic GM1 will offer extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics more aggressively. The older 9000 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.