Kodak Z915 vs Panasonic 3D1
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Kodak Z915 vs Panasonic 3D1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 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
- Announced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 193g - 108 x 58 x 24mm
- Introduced November 2011

Kodak Z915 vs Panasonic 3D1 Overview
The following is a in-depth assessment of the Kodak Z915 versus Panasonic 3D1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Kodak and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Z915 (10MP) and the 3D1 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The Z915 was released 3 years prior to the 3D1 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short highlight of how the Z915 grades against the 3D1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Kodak Z915 vs Panasonic 3D1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare Z915 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1. The complete galleries are available at Kodak Z915 Gallery and Panasonic 3D1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z915 over the Panasonic 3D1
Z915 | 3D1 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic 3D1 over the Kodak Z915
3D1 | Z915 | |||
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Introduced | November 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 34 months |
Display dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+1") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Kodak Z915 and Panasonic 3D1
Z915 | 3D1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Kodak Z915 vs Panasonic 3D1 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Kodak Z915 enjoys external dimensions 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 Panasonic 3D1 has specifications of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Check the Kodak Z915 versus Panasonic 3D1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the Z915 versus the 3D1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Z915 and 3D1 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Kodak Z915 vs Panasonic 3D1 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions just by checking technical specs. The picture below will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Z915 and 3D1.
As you have seen, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic 3D1 to give you extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged Z915 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

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Kodak Z915 vs Panasonic 3D1 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z915 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Kodak | Panasonic |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z915 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-01-08 | 2011-11-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 25 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-350mm (10.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-4.8 | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5 inches | 3.5 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Full Touch Screen with AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 16 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1250 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.80 m | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 194 grams (0.43 lbs) | 193 grams (0.43 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 90 x 64 x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 108 x 58 x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 200 photographs |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $200 | $670 |