Clicky

Olympus 9000 vs Panasonic TS1

Portability
92
Imaging
35
Features
20
Overall
29
Olympus Stylus 9000 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 front
Portability
93
Imaging
34
Features
24
Overall
30

Olympus 9000 vs Panasonic TS1 Key Specs

Olympus 9000
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 50 - 1600
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 28-280mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
  • 225g - 96 x 60 x 31mm
  • Introduced May 2009
  • Alternative Name is mju 9000
Panasonic TS1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 189g - 98 x 63 x 23mm
  • Released January 2009
  • Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT1
  • Updated by Panasonic TS2
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music video

Olympus 9000 vs Panasonic TS1 Overview

In this write-up, we are matching up the Olympus 9000 versus Panasonic TS1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the 9000 (12MP) and the TS1 (12MP) is very similar and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created Images

The 9000 was introduced 4 months later than the TS1 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a full comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the 9000 matches up against the TS1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next month
	
	

Reasons to pick Olympus 9000 over the Panasonic TS1

 9000 TS1 

Reasons to pick Panasonic TS1 over the Olympus 9000

 TS1 9000 

Common features in the Olympus 9000 and Panasonic TS1

 9000 TS1 
ReleasedMay 2009January 2009Similar generation
Manual focus Lack of manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent display measurements
Display resolution230k230kIdentical display resolution
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch friendly display No Touch friendly display

Olympus 9000 vs Panasonic TS1 Physical Comparison

If you're going to carry your camera, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 9000 features exterior measurements 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 TS1 has dimensions of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus 9000 versus Panasonic TS1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at the time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the 9000 and the TS1.

Olympus 9000 vs Panasonic TS1 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the 9000 and TS1 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Olympus 9000 vs Panasonic TS1 top view buttons comparison

Olympus 9000 vs Panasonic TS1 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading a spec sheet. The photograph here will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the 9000 and TS1.

As you can see, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution and you should expect similar quality of photographs but you should always consider the release date of the products into consideration.

Olympus 9000 vs Panasonic TS1 sensor size comparison

Olympus 9000 vs Panasonic TS1 Screen and ViewFinder

Olympus 9000 vs Panasonic TS1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or ban

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Olympus 9000
Portrait photography with Panasonic TS1
21
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
can't use external flash
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
20
no manual focus
manual mode not possible
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firms

Street Comparison

Olympus 9000 Street photography factors
Panasonic TS1 Street photography factors
53
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen is fixed
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
heavier than others in class (225g)
61
image stabilization (Optical)
weather proofing
screen is fixed
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

Sports Comparison

Olympus 9000 Sports photography information
Panasonic TS1 Sports photography information
27
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lack of shutter priority mode
resolution not great (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
29
image stabilization (Optical)
weather proofing
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,300s)
very slow continuous shooting (2.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a Landslide

Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Olympus 9000
Travel photography with Panasonic TS1
58
built-in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
very long reach (280mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
heavier than others in class (225 grams)
resolution not great (12MP)
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
61
weather proofing
flash built-in
decently wide (28mm)
missing Time Lapse recording
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
Photography Glossary

Landscape Comparison

Olympus 9000 Landscape photography information
Panasonic TS1 Landscape photography information
32
relatively wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
focusing manually not possible
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
no manual control
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
does not have Time Lapse function
35
decently wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
weather proofing
no manual focus
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
tiny screen (2.7")
manual mode not possible
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
missing Time Lapse recording
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhone

Vlogging Comparison

Olympus 9000 as a Vlogging camera
Panasonic TS1 as a Vlogging camera
27
relatively wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
display is not selfie friendly
video res low (640 x 480 pixels)
does not have mic support
heavier than others in class (225g)
28
decently wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
display is not selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing mic support
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD Cards

Olympus 9000 vs Panasonic TS1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Olympus 9000 and Panasonic TS1
 Olympus Stylus 9000Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1
General Information
Manufacturer Olympus Panasonic
Model type Olympus Stylus 9000 Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1
Otherwise known as mju 9000 Lumix DMC-FT1
Category Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Introduced 2009-05-14 2009-01-27
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 27.7mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 3968 x 2976 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Lowest native ISO 50 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points - 11
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-280mm (10.0x) 28-128mm (4.6x)
Maximal aperture f/3.2-5.9 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focusing range 1cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.9 5.9
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Display resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4 secs 60 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1300 secs
Continuous shutter rate - 2.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 5.00 m -
Flash modes Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG AVCHD Lite
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 225 grams (0.50 lb) 189 grams (0.42 lb)
Dimensions 96 x 60 x 31mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") 98 x 63 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Self timer Yes (12 seconds) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage type xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal SD/MMC/SDHC, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Cost at release $300 $380