Kodak Z915 vs Panasonic FZ28
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Kodak Z915 vs Panasonic FZ28 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
- Announced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.4) lens
- 417g - 118 x 75 x 89mm
- Revealed January 2009

Kodak Z915 vs Panasonic FZ28 Overview
The following is a extensive analysis of the Kodak Z915 versus Panasonic FZ28, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Kodak and Panasonic. The resolution of the Z915 (10MP) and the FZ28 (10MP) is fairly close and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Z915 was introduced at a similar time to the FZ28 and they are of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the Z915 scores versus the FZ28 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Kodak Z915 vs Panasonic FZ28 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare Z915 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28. The whole galleries are provided at Kodak Z915 Gallery & Panasonic FZ28 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z915 over the Panasonic FZ28
Z915 | FZ28 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ28 over the Kodak Z915
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Display dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Kodak Z915 and Panasonic FZ28
Z915 | FZ28 | |||
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Revealed | January 2009 | ![]() | January 2009 | Same age |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | No Touch display |
Kodak Z915 vs Panasonic FZ28 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Kodak Z915 enjoys physical measurements of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ28 has proportions of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs).
Take a look at the Kodak Z915 versus Panasonic FZ28 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Z915 compared to the FZ28.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Z915 and FZ28 is 91 and 72 respectively.

Kodak Z915 vs Panasonic FZ28 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very hard to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions simply by researching specifications. The picture here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Z915 and FZ28.
To sum up, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP and you can expect comparable quality of photographs but you would want to consider the age of the cameras into account.

Kodak Z915 vs Panasonic FZ28 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak Z915 vs Panasonic FZ28 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z915 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Kodak | Panasonic |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z915 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2009-01-08 | 2009-01-15 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 25 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-350mm (10.0x) | 27-486mm (18.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-4.8 | f/2.8-4.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 16 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1250 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.80 m | 8.50 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, Red-Eye Auto, On, Red-Eye On, Red-Eye Slow Sync, Off, Slow Sync (1&2) |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance 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) | 1280 x 720 @ 30 fps, 848 x 480, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 @ 30fps, 320 x 240 @ 10fps |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 194 grams (0.43 lbs) | 417 grams (0.92 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 90 x 64 x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 118 x 75 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 27 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 17.9 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.1 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 79 |
Other | ||
Battery ID | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $200 | $599 |