Canon S120 vs Kodak Z915

In this article, we will be contrasting the Canon S120 and Kodak Z915, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Kodak. The image resolution of the S120 (12MP) and the Z915 (10MP) is pretty comparable but the S120 (1/1.7") and Z915 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The S120 was unveiled 4 years later than the Z915 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a quick view of how the S120 matches up versus the Z915 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot S120 and Kodak EasyShare Z915. The full galleries are available at Canon S120 Gallery and Kodak Z915 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and size. The Canon S120 comes with outside measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 217 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Kodak Z915 has specifications of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the S120 against the Z915.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the S120 and Z915 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to see the gap in sensor sizing simply by checking out specs. The graphic below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S120 and Z915.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S120 having a bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Canon S120 will provide greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The fresher S120 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.