Canon SX240 HS vs Kodak Z915

Here, we will be looking at the Canon SX240 HS and Kodak Z915, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Kodak. The sensor resolution of the SX240 HS (12MP) and the Z915 (10MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX240 HS was brought out 3 years later than the Z915 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the SX240 HS grades vs the Z915 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX240 HS & Kodak EasyShare Z915. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX240 HS Gallery & Kodak Z915 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera often, you have to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX240 HS offers physical measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Kodak Z915 has specifications of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the SX240 HS compared to the Z915.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX240 HS and Z915 is 91 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing purely by going through specifications. The visual underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX240 HS and Z915.

To sum up, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Canon SX240 HS to produce extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more modern SX240 HS should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.