Kodak Z915 vs Nikon S100
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Kodak Z915 vs Nikon S100 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
- Revealed January 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.8) lens
- 175g - 99 x 65 x 18mm
- Announced August 2011

Kodak Z915 vs Nikon S100 Overview
On this page, we will be comparing the Kodak Z915 versus Nikon S100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Kodak and Nikon. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the Z915 (10MP) and S100 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Z915 was introduced 3 years prior to the S100 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the Z915 scores versus the S100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Kodak Z915 vs Nikon S100 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Z915 and Nikon Coolpix S100. The whole galleries are provided at Kodak Z915 Gallery and Nikon S100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z915 over the Nikon S100
Z915 | S100 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S100 over the Kodak Z915
S100 | Z915 | |||
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Announced | August 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 31 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Screen dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+1") |
Screen resolution | 820k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+590k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Kodak Z915 and Nikon S100
Z915 | S100 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Kodak Z915 vs Nikon S100 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry around your camera, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Kodak Z915 comes with physical 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) while the Nikon S100 has measurements of 99mm x 65mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).
Analyze the Kodak Z915 versus Nikon S100 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the Z915 versus the S100.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z915 and S100 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Kodak Z915 vs Nikon S100 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizes just by going over technical specs. The pic here may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z915 and S100.
As you can tell, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should expect the Nikon S100 to deliver greater detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged Z915 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Kodak Z915 vs Nikon S100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak Z915 vs Nikon S100 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z915 | Nikon Coolpix S100 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Kodak | Nikon |
Model | Kodak EasyShare Z915 | Nikon Coolpix S100 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-01-08 | 2011-08-24 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Expeed C2 |
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 | 10 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | 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 | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5" | 3.5" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 820k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | Organic LED monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 16 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1250 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.80 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, 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 | 194 grams (0.43 lbs) | 175 grams (0.39 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 90 x 64 x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 99 x 65 x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") |
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 | - | 150 pictures |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $200 | $240 |