Kodak Z915 vs Nikon L20
91 Imaging
32 Features
18 Overall
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94 Imaging
33 Features
17 Overall
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Kodak Z915 vs Nikon L20 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
- Announced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-136mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 135g - 97 x 61 x 29mm
- Revealed February 2009

Kodak Z915 vs Nikon L20 Overview
Below, we are evaluating the Kodak Z915 versus Nikon L20, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Kodak and Nikon. The resolution of the Z915 (10MP) and the L20 (10MP) is very close and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The Z915 was launched around the same time to the L20 so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the Z915 scores against the L20 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Kodak Z915 vs Nikon L20 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare Z915 & Nikon Coolpix L20. The complete galleries are viewable at Kodak Z915 Gallery & Nikon L20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z915 over the Nikon L20
Z915 | L20 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon L20 over the Kodak Z915
L20 | Z915 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Common features in the Kodak Z915 and Nikon L20
Z915 | L20 | |||
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Revealed | January 2009 | ![]() | February 2009 | Same age |
Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Kodak Z915 vs Nikon L20 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Kodak Z915 has outside measurements of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Nikon L20 has measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs).
Analyze the Kodak Z915 versus Nikon L20 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the Z915 vs the L20.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Z915 and L20 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Kodak Z915 vs Nikon L20 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing just by researching specs. The graphic here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Z915 and L20.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of pictures though you need to take the launch date of the cameras into account.

Kodak Z915 vs Nikon L20 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak Z915 vs Nikon L20 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z915 | Nikon Coolpix L20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Kodak | Nikon |
Model | Kodak EasyShare Z915 | Nikon Coolpix L20 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-01-08 | 2009-02-03 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-350mm (10.0x) | 38-136mm (3.6x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-4.8 | f/3.1-6.7 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 16 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1250 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.80 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | 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 | 194g (0.43 pounds) | 135g (0.30 pounds) |
Dimensions | 90 x 64 x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 97 x 61 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
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 | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $200 | $120 |