Kodak Z915 vs Panasonic SZ5

Let's examine more closely at the Kodak Z915 versus Panasonic SZ5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Kodak and Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap between the sensor resolutions of the Z915 (10MP) and SZ5 (14MP) but they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Z915 was unveiled 4 years prior to the SZ5 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the Z915 matches up versus the SZ5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare Z915 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5. The full galleries are viewable at Kodak Z915 Gallery and Panasonic SZ5 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Kodak Z915 has got external measurements of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ5 has measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the Z915 versus the SZ5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z915 and SZ5 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing just by checking specifications. The photograph here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Z915 and SZ5.

To sum up, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Panasonic SZ5 to resolve more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The older Z915 is going to be behind in sensor tech.