Canon A3500 IS vs Kodak Z915
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Canon A3500 IS vs Kodak Z915 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 135g - 98 x 56 x 20mm
- Released January 2013
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-350mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 194g - 90 x 64 x 39mm
- Announced January 2009
Canon A3500 IS vs Kodak Z915 Overview
Below, we are looking at the Canon A3500 IS vs Kodak Z915, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Kodak. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the A3500 IS (16MP) and Z915 (10MP) but they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe A3500 IS was revealed 4 years after the Z915 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a quick overview of how the A3500 IS scores versus the Z915 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon A3500 IS vs Kodak Z915 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A3500 IS and Kodak EasyShare Z915. The full galleries are viewable at Canon A3500 IS Gallery and Kodak Z915 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3500 IS over the Kodak Z915
A3500 IS | Z915 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | January 2009 | More modern by 49 months | |
Display dimension | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Kodak Z915 over the Canon A3500 IS
Z915 | A3500 IS |
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Common features in the Canon A3500 IS and Kodak Z915
A3500 IS | Z915 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Canon A3500 IS vs Kodak Z915 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon A3500 IS offers external dimensions of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Kodak Z915 has dimensions of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon A3500 IS vs Kodak Z915 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the A3500 IS vs the Z915.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the A3500 IS and Z915 is 96 and 91 respectively.
Canon A3500 IS vs Kodak Z915 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes just by looking through specs. The pic here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the A3500 IS and Z915.
All in all, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Canon A3500 IS to provide you with greater detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The newer A3500 IS is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
Canon A3500 IS vs Kodak Z915 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon A3500 IS vs Kodak Z915 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3500 IS | Kodak EasyShare Z915 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Kodak |
Model | Canon PowerShot A3500 IS | Kodak EasyShare Z915 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-01-07 | 2009-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 35-350mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.5-4.8 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.5 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 16s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1250s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 5.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 135g (0.30 pounds) | 194g (0.43 pounds) |
Dimensions | 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 90 x 64 x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 shots | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-11L | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $115 | $200 |