Olympus 9000 vs Pentax S1

On this page, we are contrasting the Olympus 9000 versus Pentax S1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the 9000 (12MP) and the S1 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The 9000 was released 21 months earlier than the S1 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the 9000 matches up vs the S1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 9000 and Pentax Optio S1. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus 9000 Gallery and Pentax S1 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus 9000 provides physical 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) whilst the Pentax S1 has sizing of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Check out the Olympus 9000 versus Pentax S1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the 9000 vs the S1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 9000 and S1 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to imagine the gap in sensor measurements simply by checking out technical specs. The photograph underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the 9000 and S1.

As you have seen, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Pentax S1 to produce extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The older 9000 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.