Olympus 9000 vs Pentax E90
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Olympus 9000 vs Pentax E90 Key Specs
(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
- Announced May 2009
- Other Name is mju 9000
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 32-95mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 145g - 102 x 59 x 25mm
- Released January 2010
Olympus 9000 vs Pentax E90 Overview
Below, we will be reviewing the Olympus 9000 and Pentax E90, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the 9000 (12MP) and the E90 (10MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe 9000 was unveiled 8 months earlier than the E90 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the 9000 matches up vs the E90 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus 9000 vs Pentax E90 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus 9000 and Pentax Optio E90. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus 9000 Gallery and Pentax E90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 9000 over the Pentax E90
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Reasons to pick Pentax E90 over the Olympus 9000
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Released | January 2010 | May 2009 | More recent by 8 months |
Common features in the Olympus 9000 and Pentax E90
9000 | E90 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | 2.7" | Identical screen sizing | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither provides Touch screen |
Olympus 9000 vs Pentax E90 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus 9000 provides outside 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 Pentax E90 has measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus 9000 and Pentax E90 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the 9000 versus the E90.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the 9000 and E90 is 92 and 94 respectively.
Olympus 9000 vs Pentax E90 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very tough to picture the contrast in sensor measurements purely by viewing specifications. The graphic below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the 9000 and E90.
To sum up, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should count on the Olympus 9000 to result in extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The older 9000 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.
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Olympus 9000 vs Pentax E90 Specifications
Olympus Stylus 9000 | Pentax Optio E90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Pentax |
Model type | Olympus Stylus 9000 | Pentax Optio E90 |
Otherwise known as | mju 9000 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-05-14 | 2010-01-25 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Prime |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 50 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 32-95mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-5.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 6cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On | - |
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 (15 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 225g (0.50 lbs) | 145g (0.32 lbs) |
Dimensions | 96 x 60 x 31mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 102 x 59 x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
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 | ||
Battery ID | - | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $300 | $100 |