Olympus 9000 vs Samsung DV300F

Here, we are looking at the Olympus 9000 versus Samsung DV300F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the 9000 (12MP) and DV300F (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The 9000 was announced 3 years prior to the DV300F and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the 9000 grades versus the DV300F for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 9000 and Samsung DV300F. The whole galleries are available at Olympus 9000 Gallery and Samsung DV300F Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus 9000 has got outside measurements 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 Samsung DV300F has sizing of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Look at the Olympus 9000 versus Samsung DV300F in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the 9000 versus the DV300F.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 9000 and DV300F is 92 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to see the gap in sensor sizing simply by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the 9000 and DV300F.

As you can see, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Samsung DV300F to show more detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The older 9000 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.