Kodak Z950 vs Leica V-Lux 30
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Kodak Z950 vs Leica V-Lux 30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-350mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 243g - 110 x 67 x 36mm
- Introduced June 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 219g - 105 x 58 x 43mm
- Launched May 2011
Kodak Z950 vs Leica V-Lux 30 Overview
Following is a in depth analysis of the Kodak Z950 vs Leica V-Lux 30, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Kodak and Leica. The image resolution of the Z950 (12MP) and the V-Lux 30 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe Z950 was manufactured 11 months before the V-Lux 30 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the Z950 matches up against the V-Lux 30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Kodak Z950 vs Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare Z950 & Leica V-Lux 30. The entire galleries are provided at Kodak Z950 Gallery & Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z950 over the Leica V-Lux 30
Z950 | V-Lux 30 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 30 over the Kodak Z950
V-Lux 30 | Z950 | |||
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Launched | May 2011 | June 2010 | More modern by 11 months | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Kodak Z950 and Leica V-Lux 30
Z950 | V-Lux 30 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurements | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen |
Kodak Z950 vs Leica V-Lux 30 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Kodak Z950 has got outside measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") and a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Leica V-Lux 30 has measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") having a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).
Analyze the Kodak Z950 vs Leica V-Lux 30 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the Z950 versus the V-Lux 30.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Z950 and V-Lux 30 is 89 and 90 respectively.
Kodak Z950 vs Leica V-Lux 30 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes purely by looking at a spec sheet. The picture underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z950 and V-Lux 30.
As you can see, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Leica V-Lux 30 to resolve extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images more aggressively. The more aged Z950 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
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Kodak Z950 vs Leica V-Lux 30 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z950 | Leica V-Lux 30 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Kodak | Leica |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z950 | Leica V-Lux 30 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2010-06-16 | 2011-05-26 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-350mm (10.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-4.8 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 6cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1/8s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1250s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.40 m | 5.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic 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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 243g (0.54 lb) | 219g (0.48 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 67 x 36mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") | 105 x 58 x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") |
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 | - | 260 pictures |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | KLIC-7003 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $250 | $900 |