Kodak Z915 vs Sony W730
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Kodak Z915 vs Sony W730 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
- Launched January 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-224mm (F3.3-6.3) lens
- 122g - 93 x 52 x 22mm
- Released January 2013
Kodak Z915 vs Sony W730 Overview
Its time to look much closer at the Kodak Z915 vs Sony W730, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Kodak and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the Z915 (10MP) and W730 (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe Z915 was revealed 5 years prior to the W730 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the Z915 scores against the W730 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Kodak Z915 vs Sony W730 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare Z915 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730. The full galleries are available at Kodak Z915 Gallery & Sony W730 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z915 over the Sony W730
Z915 | W730 |
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Reasons to pick Sony W730 over the Kodak Z915
W730 | Z915 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | January 2009 | More modern by 48 months | |
Display dimension | 2.7" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Kodak Z915 and Sony W730
Z915 | W730 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Kodak Z915 vs Sony W730 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Kodak Z915 features exterior measurements of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Sony W730 has proportions of 93mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).
Check the Kodak Z915 vs Sony W730 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the Z915 against the W730.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Z915 and W730 is 91 and 96 respectively.
Kodak Z915 vs Sony W730 Sensor Comparison
Often, its difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes only by reviewing a spec sheet. The image below will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z915 and W730.
As you can see, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can anticipate the Sony W730 to offer you greater detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged Z915 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
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Kodak Z915 vs Sony W730 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z915 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Kodak | Sony |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z915 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-01-08 | 2013-01-08 |
Physical type | 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 | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 25 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-350mm (10.0x) | 25-224mm (9.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-4.8 | f/3.3-6.3 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 16s | 2s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1250s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.80 m | 2.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 194 gr (0.43 lbs) | 122 gr (0.27 lbs) |
Dimensions | 90 x 64 x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 93 x 52 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 240 shots |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $200 | $138 |