Olympus 9000 vs Samsung WB150F

Below, we will be matching up the Olympus 9000 vs Samsung WB150F, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the 9000 (12MP) and the WB150F (14MP) is pretty well matched and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The 9000 was announced 3 years before the WB150F and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a simple view of how the 9000 scores vs the WB150F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus 9000 and Samsung WB150F. The whole galleries are available at Olympus 9000 Gallery and Samsung WB150F Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus 9000 enjoys 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) and the Samsung WB150F has measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the 9000 and the WB150F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the 9000 and WB150F is 92 and 93 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to picture the gap between sensor measurements only by checking a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the 9000 and WB150F.

As you can see, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should expect the Samsung WB150F to give you extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The older 9000 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.