Canon S200 vs Kodak Z950
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Canon S200 vs Kodak Z950 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.0-5.9) lens
- 181g - 100 x 59 x 26mm
- Launched February 2014
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase 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

Canon S200 vs Kodak Z950 Overview
Here, we are comparing the Canon S200 vs Kodak Z950, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Kodak. The sensor resolution of the S200 (10MP) and the Z950 (12MP) is fairly similar but the S200 (1/1.7") and Z950 (1/2.3") boast different sensor size.

The S200 was launched 3 years later than the Z950 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the S200 matches up versus the Z950 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon S200 vs Kodak Z950 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot S200 and Kodak EasyShare Z950. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon S200 Gallery and Kodak Z950 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon S200 over the Kodak Z950
S200 | Z950 | |||
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Announced | February 2014 | ![]() | June 2010 | Fresher by 45 months |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Kodak Z950 over the Canon S200
Z950 | S200 |
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Common features in the Canon S200 and Kodak Z950
S200 | Z950 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly display |
Canon S200 vs Kodak Z950 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon S200 comes with exterior dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 181 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Kodak Z950 has dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") with a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).
Contrast the Canon S200 vs Kodak Z950 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the S200 and the Z950.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the S200 and Z950 is 93 and 89 respectively.

Canon S200 vs Kodak Z950 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic here will help give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S200 and Z950.
Clearly, the two cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S200 because of its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Kodak Z950 will offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The fresher S200 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

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Canon S200 vs Kodak Z950 Specifications
Canon PowerShot S200 | Kodak EasyShare Z950 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Kodak |
Model type | Canon PowerShot S200 | Kodak EasyShare Z950 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2014-02-21 | 2010-06-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 5 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 35-350mm (10.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.0-5.9 | f/3.5-4.8 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 6cm |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 1/8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1250s |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | 5.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Second Curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 181 gr (0.40 lb) | 243 gr (0.54 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 59 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 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 | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-6LH | KLIC-7003 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $293 | $250 |