Olympus 9000 vs Pentax RZ10
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Olympus 9000 vs Pentax RZ10 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
- Launched May 2009
- Alternate Name is mju 9000
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 178g - 97 x 61 x 33mm
- Released July 2011
Olympus 9000 vs Pentax RZ10 Overview
Here, we are looking at the Olympus 9000 versus Pentax RZ10, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the 9000 (12MP) and the RZ10 (14MP) is very close and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe 9000 was launched 3 years before the RZ10 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short overview of how the 9000 grades versus the RZ10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus 9000 vs Pentax RZ10 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 9000 & Pentax Optio RZ10. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus 9000 Gallery & Pentax RZ10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 9000 over the Pentax RZ10
9000 | RZ10 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax RZ10 over the Olympus 9000
RZ10 | 9000 | |||
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Released | July 2011 | May 2009 | More modern by 26 months | |
Manually focus | Very accurate focusing |
Common features in the Olympus 9000 and Pentax RZ10
9000 | RZ10 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same display size | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | The same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither offers Touch display |
Olympus 9000 vs Pentax RZ10 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry around your camera, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus 9000 offers exterior dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 31mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Pentax RZ10 has proportions of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).
Compare the Olympus 9000 versus Pentax RZ10 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the 9000 against the RZ10.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 9000 and RZ10 is 92 and 92 respectively.
Olympus 9000 vs Pentax RZ10 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizes only by researching technical specs. The pic below might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the 9000 and RZ10.
As you can tell, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You can expect to see the Pentax RZ10 to result in extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged 9000 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
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Olympus 9000 vs Pentax RZ10 Specifications
Olympus Stylus 9000 | Pentax Optio RZ10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Pentax |
Model type | Olympus Stylus 9000 | Pentax Optio RZ10 |
Also called as | mju 9000 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-05-14 | 2011-07-19 |
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 | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 50 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 28-280mm (10.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-5.9 | f/3.2-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | 2.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
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 grams (0.50 lb) | 178 grams (0.39 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 60 x 31mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 97 x 61 x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
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 | ||
Battery life | - | 178 photos |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $300 | $200 |