Kodak Z915 vs Nikon S3600
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Kodak Z915 vs Nikon S3600 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
- Released January 2009
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.7-6.6) lens
- 125g - 97 x 58 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2014
Kodak Z915 vs Nikon S3600 Overview
In this article, we are evaluating the Kodak Z915 and Nikon S3600, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Kodak and Nikon. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the Z915 (10MP) and S3600 (20MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe Z915 was introduced 6 years earlier than the S3600 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the Z915 scores vs the S3600 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Kodak Z915 vs Nikon S3600 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare Z915 and Nikon Coolpix S3600. The whole galleries are viewable at Kodak Z915 Gallery and Nikon S3600 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z915 over the Nikon S3600
Z915 | S3600 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S3600 over the Kodak Z915
S3600 | Z915 | |||
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Introduced | January 2014 | January 2009 | Newer by 60 months | |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Kodak Z915 and Nikon S3600
Z915 | S3600 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | The same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Kodak Z915 vs Nikon S3600 Physical Comparison
When you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Kodak Z915 provides exterior dimensions of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Nikon S3600 has sizing of 97mm x 58mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Contrast the Kodak Z915 and Nikon S3600 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the Z915 versus the S3600.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Z915 and S3600 is 91 and 96 respectively.
Kodak Z915 vs Nikon S3600 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's hard to see the gap in sensor dimensions just by looking through specs. The picture below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Z915 and S3600.
All in all, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon S3600 to render extra detail using its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged Z915 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
Kodak Z915 vs Nikon S3600 Screen and ViewFinder
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Kodak Z915 vs Nikon S3600 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z915 | Nikon Coolpix S3600 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Kodak | Nikon |
Model | Kodak EasyShare Z915 | Nikon Coolpix S3600 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-01-08 | 2014-01-07 |
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 | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 5152 x 3864 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | 99 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-350mm (10.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-4.8 | f/3.7-6.6 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 16 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1250 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.80 m | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | - |
Hot shoe | ||
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) | 1280x720p (30fps) , 1280x720 (25p), 640x480 (30fps ) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 194 grams (0.43 lbs) | 125 grams (0.28 lbs) |
Dimensions | 90 x 64 x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 97 x 58 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
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 life | - | 230 pictures |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $200 | $200 |