Kodak Z915 vs Panasonic TS2
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Kodak Z915 vs Panasonic TS2 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
- Released January 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 188g - 99 x 63 x 24mm
- Launched January 2010
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FT2
- Old Model is Panasonic TS1
- Renewed by Panasonic TS3

Kodak Z915 vs Panasonic TS2 Overview
Following is a thorough review of the Kodak Z915 vs Panasonic TS2, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by brands Kodak and Panasonic. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the Z915 (10MP) and TS2 (14MP) but they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The Z915 was unveiled 12 months earlier than the TS2 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the Z915 grades versus the TS2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Kodak Z915 vs Panasonic TS2 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare Z915 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2. The full galleries are viewable at Kodak Z915 Gallery and Panasonic TS2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z915 over the Panasonic TS2
Z915 | TS2 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS2 over the Kodak Z915
TS2 | Z915 | |||
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Launched | January 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 12 months |
Display dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Kodak Z915 and Panasonic TS2
Z915 | TS2 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly display |
Kodak Z915 vs Panasonic TS2 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Kodak Z915 enjoys exterior dimensions of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Panasonic TS2 has sizing of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).
Contrast the Kodak Z915 vs Panasonic TS2 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the Z915 versus the TS2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Z915 and TS2 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Kodak Z915 vs Panasonic TS2 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its hard to see the difference between sensor sizes just by checking specs. The picture below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Z915 and TS2.
All in all, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic TS2 to give you greater detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged Z915 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Kodak Z915 vs Panasonic TS2 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak Z915 vs Panasonic TS2 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z915 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Kodak | Panasonic |
Model | Kodak EasyShare Z915 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-FT2 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2009-01-08 | 2010-01-26 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine HD II |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-350mm (10.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-4.8 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 16 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1250 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.80 m | 5.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite |
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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 194 grams (0.43 lb) | 188 grams (0.41 lb) |
Dimensions | 90 x 64 x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 99 x 63 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $200 | $350 |