Canon SX230 HS vs Kodak Z950

Here, we are reviewing the Canon SX230 HS vs Kodak Z950, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Kodak. The resolution of the SX230 HS (12MP) and the Z950 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX230 HS was introduced 14 months after the Z950 making them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summation of how the SX230 HS grades vs the Z950 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS & Kodak EasyShare Z950. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX230 HS Gallery & Kodak Z950 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX230 HS offers physical measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Kodak Z950 has dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") having a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the SX230 HS and the Z950.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SX230 HS and Z950 is 91 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes purely by going through a spec sheet. The pic here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX230 HS and Z950.

As you can see, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of images but you have to consider the age of the cameras into account. The more recent SX230 HS provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.