Olympus 9000 vs Panasonic S1

Below, we will be analyzing the Olympus 9000 vs Panasonic S1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the 9000 (12MP) and the S1 (12MP) is pretty comparable and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The 9000 was revealed 20 months before the S1 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the 9000 matches up against the S1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus 9000 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1. The full galleries are provided at Olympus 9000 Gallery and Panasonic S1 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus 9000 provides external 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) and the Panasonic S1 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus 9000 vs Panasonic S1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the 9000 versus the S1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 9000 and S1 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements purely by checking out specifications. The photograph underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the 9000 and S1.

Plainly, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you should always factor the production date of the cameras into account. The older 9000 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.