Kodak Z915 vs Sony WX30
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Kodak Z915 vs Sony WX30 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
- Released January 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- 117g - 92 x 52 x 19mm
- Revealed July 2011

Kodak Z915 vs Sony WX30 Overview
Here, we are contrasting the Kodak Z915 versus Sony WX30, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Kodak and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the Z915 (10MP) and WX30 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Z915 was manufactured 3 years prior to the WX30 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a concise overview of how the Z915 matches up against the WX30 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Kodak Z915 vs Sony WX30 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare Z915 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The entire galleries are available at Kodak Z915 Gallery and Sony WX30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z915 over the Sony WX30
Z915 | WX30 |
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Reasons to pick Sony WX30 over the Kodak Z915
WX30 | Z915 | |||
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Revealed | July 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 30 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+692k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Kodak Z915 and Sony WX30
Z915 | WX30 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Kodak Z915 vs Sony WX30 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Kodak Z915 features physical measurements 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 Sony WX30 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Check the Kodak Z915 versus Sony WX30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the Z915 vs the WX30.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z915 and WX30 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Kodak Z915 vs Sony WX30 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes simply by viewing technical specs. The pic here may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Z915 and WX30.
As you can tell, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sony WX30 to render greater detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged Z915 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Kodak Z915 vs Sony WX30 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak Z915 vs Sony WX30 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z915 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Kodak | Sony |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z915 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-01-08 | 2011-07-25 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 10MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 25 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-350mm (10.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-4.8 | f/2.6-6.3 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | - | XtraFine TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 16s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1250s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.80 m | 3.70 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 194 grams (0.43 lb) | 117 grams (0.26 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 90 x 64 x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 92 x 52 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 250 photographs |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $200 | $259 |