Reasons to choose DC 1233
Released in 2011, DC 1233 has about 28 mm² of sensor area, 12 MP effective resolution, and a 114 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.


The DC 1233 and Stylus 9000 have the same sensor area. Compare pixel density, sensor architecture, and release generation to understand likely image-quality differences.
These cameras were released 2 years apart. Consider sensor generation when comparing pixel metrics.
Amber marks the value that is generally preferable in this comparison context. It is not an overall camera score.
The DC 1233 and Stylus 9000 have the same sensor area. The DC 1233 has the lighter body. The DC 1233 and Stylus 9000 have the same effective resolution. The DC 1233 is the newer release. Also consider the lens system and subjects you shoot.
Released in 2011, DC 1233 has about 28 mm² of sensor area, 12 MP effective resolution, and a 114 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.
Released in 2009, Stylus 9000 has about 28 mm² of sensor area, 12 MP effective resolution, and a 225 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.