Kodak C140 vs Panasonic SZ1

Its time to look a little more in depth at the Kodak C140 vs Panasonic SZ1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Kodak and Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap among the resolutions of the C140 (8MP) and SZ1 (16MP) and the C140 (1/2.5") and SZ1 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The C140 was announced 4 years before the SZ1 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the C140 grades against the SZ1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare C140 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The whole galleries are provided at Kodak C140 Gallery & Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Kodak C140 provides exterior dimensions of 92mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ1 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the C140 and the SZ1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the C140 and SZ1 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes just by looking through specifications. The pic underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the C140 and SZ1.

To sum up, both of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The C140 having a smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF harder and the Panasonic SZ1 will provide you with greater detail with its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged C140 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.