Canon SX520 HS vs Kodak Z915
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Canon SX520 HS vs Kodak Z915 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1008mm (F3.4-6.0) lens
- 441g - 120 x 82 x 92mm
- Revealed July 2014
- Superseded the Canon SX510 HS
- New Model is Canon SX530 HS
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-350mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 194g - 90 x 64 x 39mm
- Launched January 2009
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Below is a extended assessment of the Canon SX520 HS versus Kodak Z915, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Kodak. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the SX520 HS (16MP) and Z915 (10MP) but they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe SX520 HS was introduced 5 years later than the Z915 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the SX520 HS matches up vs the Z915 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Canon SX520 HS over the Kodak Z915
| SX520 HS | Z915 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | July 2014 | January 2009 | More recent by 68 months | |
| Manual focus | More accurate focus | |||
| Screen sizing | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
| Screen resolution | 461k | 230k | Crisper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Kodak Z915 over the Canon SX520 HS
| Z915 | SX520 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX520 HS and Kodak Z915
| SX520 HS | Z915 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
| Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
| Touch screen | Neither includes Touch screen |
Canon SX520 HS vs Kodak Z915 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Canon SX520 HS features outside measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) and the Kodak Z915 has specifications of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
Check out the Canon SX520 HS versus Kodak Z915 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX520 HS and the Z915.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SX520 HS and Z915 is 69 and 91 respectively.
Canon SX520 HS vs Kodak Z915 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reading technical specs. The visual here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX520 HS and Z915.
As you can tell, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Canon SX520 HS to offer you greater detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The fresher SX520 HS will have an edge in sensor innovation.
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Canon SX520 HS vs Kodak Z915 Specifications
| Canon PowerShot SX520 HS | Kodak EasyShare Z915 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Canon | Kodak |
| Model | Canon PowerShot SX520 HS | Kodak EasyShare Z915 |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2014-07-29 | 2009-01-08 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | Digic 4+ | - |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 10MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | 25 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 24-1008mm (42.0x) | 35-350mm (10.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.4-6.0 | f/3.5-4.8 |
| Macro focus range | 0cm | 10cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.5 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 461k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 16 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1250 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 5.50 m | 5.80 m |
| Flash options | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 441 gr (0.97 lb) | 194 gr (0.43 lb) |
| Dimensions | 120 x 82 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") | 90 x 64 x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 210 images | - |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | NB-6LH | 2 x AA |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Launch cost | $219 | $200 |