Kodak Z915 vs Sony W230
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Kodak Z915 vs Sony W230 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 30-120mm (F2.8-5.8) lens
- 156g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Launched February 2009
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Following is a detailed overview of the Kodak Z915 vs Sony W230, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Kodak and Sony. The image resolution of the Z915 (10MP) and the W230 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe Z915 was manufactured very close to the W230 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the Z915 matches up versus the W230 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Here is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Z915 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The entire galleries are available at Kodak Z915 Gallery and Sony W230 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z915 over the Sony W230
| Z915 | W230 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony W230 over the Kodak Z915
| W230 | Z915 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial accurate focusing | ||
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Common features in the Kodak Z915 and Sony W230
| Z915 | W230 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2009 |  | February 2009 | Similar generation |
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Kodak Z915 vs Sony W230 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Kodak Z915 provides external measurements of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Sony W230 has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the Z915 versus the W230.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Z915 and W230 is 91 and 95 respectively.
Kodak Z915 vs Sony W230 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes only by reading a spec sheet. The picture underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z915 and W230.
Clearly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should expect the Sony W230 to deliver more detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively.
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Kodak Z915 vs Sony W230 Specifications
| Kodak EasyShare Z915 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Kodak | Sony |
| Model | Kodak EasyShare Z915 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Released | 2009-01-08 | 2009-02-17 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 25 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 35-350mm (10.0x) | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.5-4.8 | f/2.8-5.8 |
| Macro focus distance | 10cm | 4cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
| Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 16 seconds | 1 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/1250 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 5.80 m | 3.90 m |
| Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB 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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 194 grams (0.43 pounds) | 156 grams (0.34 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 90 x 64 x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
| 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 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 | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Pricing at release | $200 | $180 |