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Canon N vs Kodak Z950

Portability
93
Imaging
35
Features
33
Overall
34
Canon PowerShot N front
 
Kodak EasyShare Z950 front
Portability
89
Imaging
34
Features
29
Overall
32

Canon N vs Kodak Z950 Key Specs

Canon N
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.8" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-224mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
  • 195g - 79 x 60 x 29mm
  • Launched January 2013
Kodak Z950
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-350mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
  • 243g - 110 x 67 x 36mm
  • Announced June 2010
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Canon N vs Kodak Z950 Overview

Let's take a more detailed look at the Canon N vs Kodak Z950, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Kodak. The resolution of the N (12MP) and the Z950 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The N was announced 2 years after the Z950 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a quick view of how the N matches up vs the Z950 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Canon N over the Kodak Z950

 N Z950 
AnnouncedJanuary 2013June 2010Newer by 32 months
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display
Display resolution461k230kClearer display (+231k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Kodak Z950 over the Canon N

 Z950 N 
Manual focus Dial exact focus
Display size3"2.8"Larger display (+0.2")

Common features in the Canon N and Kodak Z950

 N Z950 

Canon N vs Kodak Z950 Physical Comparison

For those who are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon N enjoys exterior measurements of 79mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) while 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).

Take a look at the Canon N vs Kodak Z950 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the N vs the Z950.

Canon N vs Kodak Z950 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the N and Z950 is 93 and 89 respectively.

Canon N vs Kodak Z950 top view buttons comparison

Canon N vs Kodak Z950 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it can be tough to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions just by checking specs. The pic here should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the N and Z950.

All in all, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution and you can expect similar quality of photographs but you would want to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The fresher N provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon N vs Kodak Z950 sensor size comparison

Canon N vs Kodak Z950 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon N vs Kodak Z950 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon N Portrait photography info
Kodak Z950 Portrait photography info
21
manual focus not available
no manual control
cannot use external flash
low MP (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
28
manual focus
external flash not possible
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
Photography Glossary

Street Comparison

Street photography with Canon N
Street photography with Kodak Z950
65
has a tilting screen
image stabilization (Optical)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
52
built in image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
heavier than competition in class (243g)
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Sports Comparison

Canon N Sports photography info
Kodak Z950 Sports photography info
24
image stabilization (Optical)
max frames per second very slow (2.0 fps)
no shutter priority
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
not so great battery power (200 per charge)
doesn't have phase detect AF
27
built in image stabilization (Optical)
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,250s)
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Canon N
Travel photography with Kodak Z950
61
has built in flash
selfie friendly display
fairly wide (28mm)
missing Time Lapse function
not so great battery power (200 shots)
low MP (12MP)
slow max aperture (f3.0)
52
flash built-in
very long reach (350mm)
does not have Time Lapse recording
heavier than competition in class (243 grams)
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon N as a Landscape photography camera
Kodak Z950 as a Landscape photography camera
35
fairly wide (28mm)
screen size is good (2.8 inch)
image stabilization (Optical)
manual focus not available
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.0)
no manual control
low MP (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
not so great battery power (200 per charge)
missing Time Lapse function
37
manual focus
screen size is decent (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
does not have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon N Vlogging info
Kodak Z950 Vlogging info
72
fairly wide (28mm)
selfie friendly display
touchscreen
image stabilization (Optical)
high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
slow max aperture (f3.0)
missing mic socket
24
built in image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have external mic jack
heavier than competition in class (243 grams)
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Canon N vs Kodak Z950 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon N and Kodak Z950
 Canon PowerShot NKodak EasyShare Z950
General Information
Make Canon Kodak
Model type Canon PowerShot N Kodak EasyShare Z950
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2013-01-07 2010-06-16
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by Digic 5 -
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4000 x 2248 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 6400 1600
Highest enhanced ISO - 3200
Minimum native ISO 80 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-224mm (8.0x) 35-350mm (10.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.0-5.9 f/3.5-4.8
Macro focusing distance 1cm 6cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Screen type Tilting Fixed Type
Screen size 2.8 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 461 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Screen technology PureColor II G touch -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 15 secs 1/8 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1250 secs
Continuous shutter speed 2.0 frames per second -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance - 5.40 m
Flash modes - Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 ( 240 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video file format H.264 Motion JPEG
Mic 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
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 195 grams (0.43 lb) 243 grams (0.54 lb)
Physical dimensions 79 x 60 x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") 110 x 67 x 36mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4")
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 200 shots -
Type of battery Battery Pack -
Battery ID NB-9L KLIC-7003
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC SD/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Cost at release $299 $250