Olympus 9000 vs Sony HX5

Below is a extended analysis of the Olympus 9000 and Sony HX5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the 9000 (12MP) and the HX5 (10MP) is pretty close but the 9000 (1/2.3") and HX5 (1/2.4") posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The 9000 was introduced 13 months before the HX5 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the 9000 matches up versus the HX5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus 9000 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus 9000 Gallery & Sony HX5 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus 9000 features exterior measurements of 96mm x 60mm x 31mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Sony HX5 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Examine the Olympus 9000 and Sony HX5 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the 9000 compared to the HX5.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the 9000 and HX5 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to visualise the gap in sensor measurements only by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the 9000 and HX5.

As you can see, both cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The 9000 with its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Olympus 9000 will render greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older 9000 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.