Olympus 9000 vs Samsung NX5
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Olympus 9000 vs Samsung NX5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Additionally Known as mju 9000
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 499g - 123 x 87 x 40mm
- Launched June 2010

Olympus 9000 vs Samsung NX5 Overview
Here, we are looking at the Olympus 9000 and Samsung NX5, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the 9000 (12MP) and the NX5 (15MP) is very well matched but the 9000 (1/2.3") and NX5 (APS-C) offer different sensor size.

The 9000 was released 12 months prior to the NX5 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus 9000 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a short view of how the 9000 scores versus the NX5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Olympus 9000 vs Samsung NX5 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 9000 and Samsung NX5. The complete galleries are available at Olympus 9000 Gallery and Samsung NX5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 9000 over the Samsung NX5
9000 | NX5 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung NX5 over the Olympus 9000
NX5 | 9000 | |||
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Launched | June 2010 | ![]() | May 2009 | More recent by 12 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Olympus 9000 and Samsung NX5
9000 | NX5 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Olympus 9000 vs Samsung NX5 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to lug around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Olympus 9000 offers physical measurements 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 Samsung NX5 has specifications of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).
Examine the Olympus 9000 and Samsung NX5 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use during that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the 9000 and the NX5.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the 9000 and NX5 is 92 and 80 respectively.

Olympus 9000 vs Samsung NX5 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very difficult to picture the difference between sensor measurements only by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the 9000 and NX5.
Clearly, both of those cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The 9000 because of its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Samsung NX5 will give greater detail as a result of its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The older 9000 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Olympus 9000 vs Samsung NX5 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus 9000 vs Samsung NX5 Specifications
Olympus Stylus 9000 | Samsung NX5 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Samsung |
Model type | Olympus Stylus 9000 | Samsung NX5 |
Also Known as | mju 9000 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2009-05-14 | 2010-06-01 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | DRIM Engine |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 15 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4592 x 3056 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 50 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens zoom range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 32 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | - | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | 11.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/180 secs |
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 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 225 grams (0.50 lbs) | 499 grams (1.10 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 60 x 31mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 123 x 87 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 400 pictures |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $300 | $499 |