Kodak Z915 vs Sony W690
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Kodak Z915 vs Sony W690 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
- Announced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 142g - 94 x 56 x 22mm
- Released February 2012

Kodak Z915 vs Sony W690 Overview
In this write-up, we are reviewing the Kodak Z915 and Sony W690, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the Z915 (10MP) and W690 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The Z915 was introduced 4 years before the W690 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short introduction of how the Z915 scores versus the W690 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Kodak Z915 vs Sony W690 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare Z915 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The whole galleries are provided at Kodak Z915 Gallery and Sony W690 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z915 over the Sony W690
Z915 | W690 |
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Reasons to pick Sony W690 over the Kodak Z915
W690 | Z915 | |||
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Released | February 2012 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 38 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Common features in the Kodak Z915 and Sony W690
Z915 | W690 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Kodak Z915 vs Sony W690 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Kodak Z915 offers 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 Sony W690 has specifications of 94mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Contrast the Kodak Z915 and Sony W690 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the Z915 against the W690.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z915 and W690 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Kodak Z915 vs Sony W690 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions merely by going over specs. The picture underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z915 and W690.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony W690 to deliver greater detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images far more aggressively. The more aged Z915 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Kodak Z915 vs Sony W690 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak Z915 vs Sony W690 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z915 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Kodak | Sony |
Model | Kodak EasyShare Z915 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-01-08 | 2012-02-28 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | BIONZ |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-350mm (10.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-4.8 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.5" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | - | ClearPhoto TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 16 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1250 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.80 m | 3.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
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 | 194g (0.43 lbs) | 142g (0.31 lbs) |
Dimensions | 90 x 64 x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 94 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" 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 life | - | 220 pictures |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $200 | $297 |