Kodak Z915 vs Nikon D300
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Kodak Z915 vs Nikon D300 Key Specs
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- 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
- Released January 2009
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- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 925g - 147 x 114 x 74mm
- Launched March 2008
- Previous Model is Nikon D200
- Newer Model is Nikon D300S
Kodak Z915 vs Nikon D300 Overview
The following is a thorough analysis of the Kodak Z915 vs Nikon D300, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Kodak and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Z915 (10MP) and the D300 (12MP) is pretty similar but the Z915 (1/2.3") and D300 (APS-C) have totally different sensor sizing.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe Z915 was manufactured 11 months after the D300 so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras have different body design with the Kodak Z915 being a Compact camera and the Nikon D300 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short highlight of how the Z915 grades against the D300 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Kodak Z915 vs Nikon D300 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Z915 & Nikon D300. The entire galleries are available at Kodak Z915 Gallery & Nikon D300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z915 over the Nikon D300
Z915 | D300 | |||
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Launched | January 2009 | March 2008 | Newer by 11 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon D300 over the Kodak Z915
D300 | Z915 | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focusing | |||
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 230k | Crisper screen (+692k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z915 and Nikon D300
Z915 | D300 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Absent Touch screen |
Kodak Z915 vs Nikon D300 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Kodak Z915 has 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 D300 has proportions of 147mm x 114mm x 74mm (5.8" x 4.5" x 2.9") having a weight of 925 grams (2.04 lbs).
Contrast the Kodak Z915 vs Nikon D300 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the Z915 and the D300.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Z915 and D300 is 91 and 55 respectively.
Kodak Z915 vs Nikon D300 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very hard to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading specifications. The pic below might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z915 and D300.
To sum up, both of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Z915 because of its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow DOF tougher and the Nikon D300 will offer you extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The newer Z915 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
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Kodak Z915 vs Nikon D300 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z915 | Nikon D300 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Kodak | Nikon |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z915 | Nikon D300 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2009-01-08 | 2008-03-12 |
Physical type | Compact | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Expeed |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4288 x 2848 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW support | ||
Min boosted ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 25 | 51 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Nikon F |
Lens zoom range | 35-350mm (10.0x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-4.8 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 309 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.5" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | - | Super Density TFT color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.63x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 16 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1250 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.80 m | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/250 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | - |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | None |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 194 grams (0.43 pounds) | 925 grams (2.04 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 90 x 64 x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 147 x 114 x 74mm (5.8" x 4.5" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 67 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.1 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.0 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 679 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 1000 shots |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | EN-EL3e |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 to 20 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Compact Flash (Type I or II) |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $200 | $1,100 |