Kodak Z915 vs Olympus XZ-1

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Kodak Z915 and Olympus XZ-1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Kodak and Olympus. The resolution of the Z915 (10MP) and the XZ-1 (10MP) is pretty similar but the Z915 (1/2.3") and XZ-1 (1/1.63") feature different sensor sizing.

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The Z915 was unveiled 24 months prior to the XZ-1 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the Z915 matches up vs the XZ-1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Z915 and Olympus XZ-1. The full galleries are available at Kodak Z915 Gallery and Olympus XZ-1 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Kodak Z915 comes with outer measurements of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Olympus XZ-1 has measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 275 grams (0.61 lbs).

Look at the Kodak Z915 and Olympus XZ-1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the Z915 and the XZ-1.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Z915 and XZ-1 is 91 and 88 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to picture the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing technical specs. The image below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Z915 and XZ-1.

As you have seen, both the cameras enjoy the same exact MP albeit different sensor dimensions. The Z915 has the tinier sensor which should make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult. The more aged Z915 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.