Canon A800 vs Kodak Z915
93 Imaging
33 Features
19 Overall
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91 Imaging
33 Features
18 Overall
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Canon A800 vs Kodak Z915 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-122mm (F3.0-5.8) lens
- 186g - 94 x 61 x 31mm
- Revealed January 2011
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-350mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 194g - 90 x 64 x 39mm
- Released January 2009

Canon A800 vs Kodak Z915 Overview
Here, we will be analyzing the Canon A800 versus Kodak Z915, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Kodak. The sensor resolution of the A800 (10MP) and the Z915 (10MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The A800 was announced 2 years after the Z915 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the A800 grades vs the Z915 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon A800 vs Kodak Z915 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A800 and Kodak EasyShare Z915. The whole galleries are provided at Canon A800 Gallery and Kodak Z915 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A800 over the Kodak Z915
A800 | Z915 | |||
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Released | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 25 months |
Reasons to pick Kodak Z915 over the Canon A800
Z915 | A800 | |||
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Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Sharper screen (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A800 and Kodak Z915
A800 | Z915 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 2.5" | ![]() | 2.5" | Same screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Canon A800 vs Kodak Z915 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to travel with your camera, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon A800 offers exterior measurements of 94mm x 61mm x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 186 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Kodak Z915 has measurements of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
Look at the Canon A800 versus Kodak Z915 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the A800 versus the Z915.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A800 and Z915 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Canon A800 vs Kodak Z915 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is tough to picture the difference in sensor dimensions just by looking through specs. The image below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the A800 and Z915.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of images but you should factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more recent A800 should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon A800 vs Kodak Z915 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A800 vs Kodak Z915 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A800 | Kodak EasyShare Z915 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Kodak |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A800 | Kodak EasyShare Z915 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2009-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 3 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 37-122mm (3.3x) | 35-350mm (10.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.8 | f/3.5-4.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5" | 2.5" |
Screen resolution | 115k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 16 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1250 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 5.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 186g (0.41 lbs) | 194g (0.43 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 61 x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 90 x 64 x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 shots | - |
Style of battery | AA | - |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $90 | $200 |