Olympus 9000 vs Sony G3

In this write-up, we are comparing the Olympus 9000 vs Sony G3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the 9000 (12MP) and the G3 (10MP) is fairly well matched and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The 9000 was introduced 5 months after the G3 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the 9000 scores versus the G3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus 9000 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus 9000 Gallery and Sony G3 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus 9000 offers external dimensions 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 Sony G3 has sizing of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is the front view size comparison of the 9000 and the G3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the 9000 and G3 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Usually, its tough to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions only by looking at a spec sheet. The pic here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the 9000 and G3.

Clearly, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Olympus 9000 to resolve extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images a little more aggressively.