Olympus 9000 vs Samsung WB350F

Here is a extended comparison of the Olympus 9000 versus Samsung WB350F, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the 9000 (12MP) and WB350F (16MP) but they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The 9000 was introduced 5 years prior to the WB350F and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the 9000 grades versus the WB350F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus 9000 and Samsung WB350F. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus 9000 Gallery and Samsung WB350F Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus 9000 provides outside dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 31mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Samsung WB350F has sizing of 114mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use during that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the 9000 against the WB350F.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 9000 and WB350F is 92 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing simply by going over specifications. The visual below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the 9000 and WB350F.

Plainly, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Samsung WB350F to offer more detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The older 9000 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.