Kodak Z915 vs Ricoh CX4

Below is a complete analysis of the Kodak Z915 versus Ricoh CX4, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Kodak and Ricoh. The image resolution of the Z915 (10MP) and the CX4 (10MP) is very close and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Z915 was launched 19 months earlier than the CX4 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the Z915 grades versus the CX4 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare Z915 and Ricoh CX4. The complete galleries are viewable at Kodak Z915 Gallery and Ricoh CX4 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Kodak Z915 enjoys physical dimensions of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX4 has measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the Z915 against the CX4.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z915 and CX4 is 91 and 92 respectively.

Normally, its tough to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements simply by researching technical specs. The photograph underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z915 and CX4.

As you can tell, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you should really factor the release date of the cameras into account. The older Z915 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.