Kodak Z915 vs Nikon A1000
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Kodak Z915 vs Nikon A1000 Key Specs
(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
- Introduced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-840mm (F3.4-6.9) lens
- 330g - 114 x 72 x 41mm
- Launched January 2019
- Replaced the Nikon A900

Kodak Z915 vs Nikon A1000 Overview
Let's take a more detailed look at the Kodak Z915 and Nikon A1000, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Kodak and Nikon. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the Z915 (10MP) and A1000 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Z915 was announced 11 years before the A1000 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the Z915 matches up against the A1000 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Kodak Z915 vs Nikon A1000 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Z915 and Nikon Coolpix A1000. The whole galleries are available at Kodak Z915 Gallery and Nikon A1000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z915 over the Nikon A1000
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Reasons to pick Nikon A1000 over the Kodak Z915
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Launched | January 2019 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 122 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+691k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Kodak Z915 and Nikon A1000
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Kodak Z915 vs Nikon A1000 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Kodak Z915 provides external measurements of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Nikon A1000 has sizing of 114mm x 72mm x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).
Contrast the Kodak Z915 and Nikon A1000 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the Z915 against the A1000.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Z915 and A1000 is 91 and 86 respectively.

Kodak Z915 vs Nikon A1000 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very tough to see the gap in sensor sizes just by checking out technical specs. The image underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Z915 and A1000.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Nikon A1000 to provide more detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged Z915 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.

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Kodak Z915 vs Nikon A1000 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z915 | Nikon Coolpix A1000 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Kodak | Nikon |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z915 | Nikon Coolpix A1000 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2009-01-08 | 2019-01-18 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 25 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-350mm (10.0x) | 24-840mm (35.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-4.8 | f/3.4-6.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 2.5" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,166k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 98 percent |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 16 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1250 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.80 m | 6.00 m (with Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | EN-EL12 lithium-ion battery & USB charger |
GPS | None | No |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 194g (0.43 lbs) | 330g (0.73 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 90 x 64 x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 114 x 72 x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 250 shots |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (3 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $200 | $477 |