Olympus 9000 vs Panasonic TS2
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Olympus 9000 vs Panasonic TS2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 50 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-280mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 225g - 96 x 60 x 31mm
- Announced May 2009
- Alternate Name is mju 9000
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 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
- 188g - 99 x 63 x 24mm
- Launched January 2010
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FT2
- Succeeded the Panasonic TS1
- Newer Model is Panasonic TS3
Olympus 9000 vs Panasonic TS2 Overview
The following is a detailed review of the Olympus 9000 versus Panasonic TS2, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the 9000 (12MP) and the TS2 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe 9000 was launched 8 months prior to the TS2 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the 9000 grades against the TS2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus 9000 vs Panasonic TS2 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 9000 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2. The complete galleries are available at Olympus 9000 Gallery and Panasonic TS2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 9000 over the Panasonic TS2
9000 | TS2 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS2 over the Olympus 9000
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Launched | January 2010 | May 2009 | Newer by 8 months |
Common features in the Olympus 9000 and Panasonic TS2
9000 | TS2 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal display dimensions | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Absent Touch friendly display |
Olympus 9000 vs Panasonic TS2 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and size. The Olympus 9000 has external dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 31mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Panasonic TS2 has specifications of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).
Compare the Olympus 9000 versus Panasonic TS2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is a front view scale comparison of the 9000 vs the TS2.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 9000 and TS2 is 92 and 93 respectively.
Olympus 9000 vs Panasonic TS2 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is difficult to picture the gap between sensor dimensions merely by going over a spec sheet. The image here may give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 9000 and TS2.
As you can see, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic TS2 to deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged 9000 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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Olympus 9000 vs Panasonic TS2 Specifications
Olympus Stylus 9000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus Stylus 9000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 |
Also referred to as | mju 9000 | Lumix DMC-FT2 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2009-05-14 | 2010-01-26 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine HD II |
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 | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 50 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | 5.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
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 data 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 225 gr (0.50 lbs) | 188 gr (0.41 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 60 x 31mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 99 x 63 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 feature | ||
Type of storage | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $300 | $350 |