Kodak Z915 vs Nikon AW100
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![Kodak EasyShare Z915 front Kodak EasyShare Z915 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Kodak-EasyShare-Z915.jpg)
![Nikon Coolpix AW100 front Nikon Coolpix AW100 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-AW100/Nikon-AW100-front.jpg)
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28 Overall
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Kodak Z915 vs Nikon AW100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- 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" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.8) lens
- 178g - 110 x 65 x 23mm
- Revealed August 2011
- Replacement is Nikon AW110
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Kodak Z915 vs Nikon AW100 Overview
Let's examine more closely at the Kodak Z915 versus Nikon AW100, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Kodak and Nikon. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the Z915 (10MP) and AW100 (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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The Z915 was brought out 3 years earlier than the AW100 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a short summary of how the Z915 scores versus the AW100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Kodak Z915 vs Nikon AW100 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Z915 and Nikon Coolpix AW100. The entire galleries are available at Kodak Z915 Gallery and Nikon AW100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z915 over the Nikon AW100
Z915 | AW100 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon AW100 over the Kodak Z915
AW100 | Z915 | |||
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Revealed | August 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 31 months |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z915 and Nikon AW100
Z915 | AW100 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch screen |
Kodak Z915 vs Nikon AW100 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry your camera, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Kodak Z915 has outside dimensions of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Nikon AW100 has specifications of 110mm x 65mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).
Contrast the Kodak Z915 versus Nikon AW100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the Z915 compared to the AW100.
![Kodak Z915 vs Nikon AW100 size comparison Kodak Z915 vs Nikon AW100 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Kodak-EasyShare-Z915-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-AW100-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z915 and AW100 is 91 and 93 respectively.
![Kodak Z915 vs Nikon AW100 top view buttons comparison Kodak Z915 vs Nikon AW100 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Kodak-EasyShare-Z915-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-AW100-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Kodak Z915 vs Nikon AW100 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is tough to see the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading through specifications. The visual underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Z915 and AW100.
To sum up, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Nikon AW100 to give you greater detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older Z915 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
![Kodak Z915 vs Nikon AW100 sensor size comparison Kodak Z915 vs Nikon AW100 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Kodak-EasyShare-Z915-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-AW100-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Kodak Z915 vs Nikon AW100 Screen and ViewFinder
![Kodak Z915 vs Nikon AW100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Kodak Z915 vs Nikon AW100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Kodak-EasyShare-Z915-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-AW100-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Kodak Z915 vs Nikon AW100 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z915 | Nikon Coolpix AW100 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Kodak | Nikon |
Model | Kodak EasyShare Z915 | Nikon Coolpix AW100 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2009-01-08 | 2011-08-24 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-350mm (10.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-4.8 | f/3.9-4.8 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 16 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1250 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.80 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720 (60 fps),640 x 480 (120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 194 gr (0.43 lbs) | 178 gr (0.39 lbs) |
Dimensions | 90 x 64 x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 110 x 65 x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 model | 2 x AA | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $200 | $299 |