Canon S95 vs Kodak Z915

Here is a thorough review of the Canon S95 versus Kodak Z915, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Kodak. The resolution of the S95 (10MP) and the Z915 (10MP) is very comparable but the S95 (1/1.7") and Z915 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The S95 was launched 23 months later than the Z915 making them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a brief summary of how the S95 grades against the Z915 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot S95 & Kodak EasyShare Z915. The complete galleries are available at Canon S95 Gallery & Kodak Z915 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon S95 provides physical measurements of 100mm x 58mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") having a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Kodak Z915 has sizing of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Analyze the Canon S95 versus Kodak Z915 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the S95 versus the Z915.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the S95 and Z915 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing simply by checking out specifications. The photograph below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S95 and Z915.

To sum up, both of these cameras provide the same MP but not the same sensor sizing. The S95 uses the larger sensor which will make getting shallower depth of field less difficult. The younger S95 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.