Canon G12 vs Kodak Z950

Here is a extended assessment of the Canon G12 versus Kodak Z950, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Kodak. The image resolution of the G12 (10MP) and the Z950 (12MP) is very close but the G12 (1/1.7") and Z950 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizes.

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The G12 was manufactured 8 months later than the Z950 and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a short overview of how the G12 matches up versus the Z950 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G12 & Kodak EasyShare Z950. The entire galleries are provided at Canon G12 Gallery & Kodak Z950 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon G12 provides outer dimensions of 112mm x 76mm x 48mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.9") having a weight of 401 grams (0.88 lbs) whilst the Kodak Z950 has proportions of 110mm x 67mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") and a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the G12 against the Z950.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the G12 and Z950 is 83 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizing just by viewing technical specs. The photograph underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the G12 and Z950.

As you have seen, each of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G12 due to its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Kodak Z950 will result in extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos much more aggressively. The more recent G12 will have a benefit in sensor tech.