Canon SX600 HS vs Kodak Z950
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Canon SX600 HS vs Kodak Z950 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1280 video
- 25-450mm (F3.8-6.9) lens
- 188g - 104 x 61 x 26mm
- Introduced January 2014
- Refreshed by Canon SX610 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Launched June 2010
Canon SX600 HS vs Kodak Z950 Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Canon SX600 HS and Kodak Z950, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Kodak. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX600 HS (16MP) and Z950 (12MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe SX600 HS was manufactured 3 years later than the Z950 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summation of how the SX600 HS grades against the Z950 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon SX600 HS vs Kodak Z950 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX600 HS & Kodak EasyShare Z950. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX600 HS Gallery & Kodak Z950 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX600 HS over the Kodak Z950
SX600 HS | Z950 | |||
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Launched | January 2014 | June 2010 | Fresher by 44 months | |
Screen resolution | 461k | 230k | Clearer screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Kodak Z950 over the Canon SX600 HS
Z950 | SX600 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX600 HS and Kodak Z950
SX600 HS | Z950 | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen size | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX600 HS vs Kodak Z950 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX600 HS comes with exterior dimensions of 104mm x 61mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Kodak Z950 has measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") and a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).
See the Canon SX600 HS and Kodak Z950 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the SX600 HS versus the Z950.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SX600 HS and Z950 is 93 and 89 respectively.
Canon SX600 HS vs Kodak Z950 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's tough to see the difference in sensor sizing only by checking out specs. The graphic here may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX600 HS and Z950.
All in all, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Canon SX600 HS to produce extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more modern SX600 HS is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.
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Canon SX600 HS vs Kodak Z950 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX600 HS | Kodak EasyShare Z950 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Kodak |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX600 HS | Kodak EasyShare Z950 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2014-01-06 | 2010-06-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 4+ | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 35-350mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.8-6.9 | f/3.5-4.8 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 6cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 461 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | PureColor II G (TFT) | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 1/8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1250s |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m (50 cm � 3.5 m (W) / 1.0 m � 2.0 m (T)) | 5.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Manual Flash On / Off, Slow Synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1280 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1280 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 188g (0.41 pounds) | 243g (0.54 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 61 x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") | 110 x 67 x 36mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") |
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 | 290 pictures | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6LH | KLIC-7003 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $249 | $250 |