Olympus 9000 vs Pentax Q

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Olympus 9000 versus Pentax Q, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the 9000 (12MP) and the Q (12MP) is pretty similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The 9000 was introduced 3 years prior to the Q and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus 9000 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the 9000 scores versus the Q in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus 9000 & Pentax Q. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus 9000 Gallery & Pentax Q Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus 9000 has exterior dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 31mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Pentax Q has sizing of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

See the Olympus 9000 versus Pentax Q in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the 9000 vs the Q.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 9000 and Q is 92 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to picture the difference between sensor measurements just by going over specifications. The graphic underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 9000 and Q.

To sum up, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP therefore you can expect similar quality of pictures but you really should take the age of the products into consideration. The older 9000 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.