Kodak Z915 vs Samsung TL500

In this write-up, we are looking at the Kodak Z915 versus Samsung TL500, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Kodak and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the Z915 (10MP) and the TL500 (10MP) is fairly well matched but the Z915 (1/2.3") and TL500 (1/1.7") come with different sensor size.

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The Z915 was announced 18 months earlier than the TL500 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a quick overview of how the Z915 scores against the TL500 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare Z915 and Samsung TL500. The whole galleries are viewable at Kodak Z915 Gallery and Samsung TL500 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Kodak Z915 has got 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) while the Samsung TL500 has specifications of 114mm x 63mm x 29mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 386 grams (0.85 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the Z915 compared to the TL500.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z915 and TL500 is 91 and 88 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing just by looking at a spec sheet. The visual underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z915 and TL500.

As you can see, both of the cameras offer the same exact megapixel count but different sensor sizing. The Z915 features the tinier sensor which should make obtaining bokeh trickier. The older Z915 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.