Olympus 9000 vs Panasonic LF1

The following is a detailed assessment of the Olympus 9000 and Panasonic LF1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the 9000 (12MP) and the LF1 (12MP) is fairly similar but the 9000 (1/2.3") and LF1 (1/1.7") use different sensor sizing.

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The 9000 was revealed 5 years earlier than the LF1 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the 9000 matches up against the LF1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus 9000 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1. The full galleries are provided at Olympus 9000 Gallery & Panasonic LF1 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus 9000 enjoys physical dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 31mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LF1 has measurements of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the 9000 and the LF1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 9000 and LF1 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions only by reviewing technical specs. The pic here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the 9000 and LF1.

As you can tell, the two cameras have got the exact same megapixel count but different sensor dimensions. The 9000 has the tinier sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower depth of field harder. The more aged 9000 is going to be behind in sensor tech.