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Kodak Z915 vs Pentax WG-10

Portability
91
Imaging
33
Features
18
Overall
27
Kodak EasyShare Z915 front
 
Pentax WG-10 front
Portability
93
Imaging
38
Features
34
Overall
36

Kodak Z915 vs Pentax WG-10 Key Specs

Kodak Z915
(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
Pentax WG-10
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 167g - 116 x 59 x 29mm
  • Announced June 2013
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Kodak Z915 vs Pentax WG-10 Overview

Its time to look more in depth at the Kodak Z915 and Pentax WG-10, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Kodak and Pentax. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the Z915 (10MP) and WG-10 (14MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Z915 was announced 5 years earlier than the WG-10 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the Z915 scores against the WG-10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Kodak Z915 over the Pentax WG-10

 Z915 WG-10 

Reasons to pick Pentax WG-10 over the Kodak Z915

 WG-10 Z915 
AnnouncedJune 2013January 2009Newer by 54 months
Manually focus Very precise focus
Screen dimensions2.7"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.2")

Common features in the Kodak Z915 and Pentax WG-10

 Z915 WG-10 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither has Touch friendly screen

Kodak Z915 vs Pentax WG-10 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Kodak Z915 has physical measurements of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-10 has sizing of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Check out the Kodak Z915 and Pentax WG-10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the Z915 versus the WG-10.

Kodak Z915 vs Pentax WG-10 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z915 and WG-10 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Kodak Z915 vs Pentax WG-10 top view buttons comparison

Kodak Z915 vs Pentax WG-10 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it can be tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by researching a spec sheet. The pic underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Z915 and WG-10.

Clearly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Pentax WG-10 to provide you with more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged Z915 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Kodak Z915 vs Pentax WG-10 sensor size comparison

Kodak Z915 vs Pentax WG-10 Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak Z915 vs Pentax WG-10 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Kodak Z915 as a Portrait photography camera
Pentax WG-10 as a Portrait photography camera
19
manual focus not available
no external flash support
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
39
manual focus
good MP (14MP)
supports face detection autofocus
no manual control
no external flash support
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Kodak Z915 as a Street photography camera
Pentax WG-10 as a Street photography camera
54
has image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
62
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment sealing
screen is fixed
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Kodak Z915 Sports photography information
Pentax WG-10 Sports photography information
24
has image stabilization (Optical)
max shutter speed is low (1/1,250s)
very slow continuous shooting (2.0 frames per second)
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
44
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good MP (14MP)
supports tracking autofocus
environment sealing
max fps low (0.7 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Kodak Z915 as a Travel photography camera
Pentax WG-10 as a Travel photography camera
54
has built in flash
long zoom (350mm)
lack of Time Lapse function
sensor resolution low (10MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
71
environment sealing
good MP (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
display isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Kodak Z915 Landscape photography factors
Pentax WG-10 Landscape photography factors
27
has image stabilization (Optical)
manual focus not available
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen is small (2.5 inch)
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
lack of Time Lapse function
47
manual focus
relatively wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good MP (14MP)
environment sealing
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
no manual control
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Vlogging Comparison

Kodak Z915 Vlogging advice
Pentax WG-10 Vlogging advice
24
has image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not great (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
display isn't selfie friendly
video quality not great (640 x 480 pixels)
lack of external mic support
30
relatively wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
supports face detection autofocus
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
display isn't selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have external microphone port
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Kodak Z915 vs Pentax WG-10 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak Z915 and Pentax WG-10
 Kodak EasyShare Z915Pentax WG-10
General Information
Manufacturer Kodak Pentax
Model Kodak EasyShare Z915 Pentax WG-10
Class Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Announced 2009-01-08 2013-06-21
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 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 3648 x 2736 4288 x 3216
Max native ISO 1600 6400
Min native ISO 100 125
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Number of focus points 25 9
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35-350mm (10.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.5-4.8 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focus distance 10cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.5 inch 2.7 inch
Display resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Display tech - Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 16 seconds 4 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/1250 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 2.0fps 0.7fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Change WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 5.80 m 1.20 m
Flash options Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Max video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 194 grams (0.43 pounds) 167 grams (0.37 pounds)
Physical dimensions 90 x 64 x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 life - 260 photos
Battery form - Battery Pack
Battery model 2 x AA D-LI92
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Retail price $200 $0