Olympus 9000 vs Samsung ST150F

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Olympus 9000 and Samsung ST150F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the 9000 (12MP) and ST150F (16MP) but they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The 9000 was launched 4 years prior to the ST150F and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the 9000 matches up against the ST150F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus 9000 and Samsung ST150F. The complete galleries are available at Olympus 9000 Gallery and Samsung ST150F Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Olympus 9000 comes with external measurements of 96mm x 60mm x 31mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Samsung ST150F has specifications of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

Look at the Olympus 9000 and Samsung ST150F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the 9000 and the ST150F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the 9000 and ST150F is 92 and 96 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to see the gap in sensor sizing only by viewing specs. The visual below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the 9000 and ST150F.

All in all, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Samsung ST150F to render more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The older 9000 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.