Olympus 9000 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

Its time to take a deeper look at the Olympus 9000 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Samsung. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the 9000 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The 9000 was unveiled 5 years earlier than the Galaxy Camera 2 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the 9000 grades vs the Galaxy Camera 2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus 9000 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The full galleries are available at Olympus 9000 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus 9000 offers exterior measurements of 96mm x 60mm x 31mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has sizing of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

Check the Olympus 9000 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the 9000 versus the Galaxy Camera 2.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the 9000 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 92 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to see the gap in sensor dimensions purely by viewing technical specs. The pic here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the 9000 and Galaxy Camera 2.

As you have seen, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 to provide you with extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged 9000 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.