Kodak Z950 vs Nikon L26
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Kodak Z950 vs Nikon L26 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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
- Launched June 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 164g - 96 x 60 x 29mm
- Introduced February 2012
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Below, we will be looking at the Kodak Z950 and Nikon L26, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Nikon. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the Z950 (12MP) and L26 (16MP) but they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe Z950 was introduced 19 months prior to the L26 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summation of how the Z950 grades versus the L26 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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This is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare Z950 and Nikon Coolpix L26. The whole galleries are provided at Kodak Z950 Gallery and Nikon L26 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z950 over the Nikon L26
| Z950 | L26 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Nikon L26 over the Kodak Z950
| L26 | Z950 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | February 2012 |  | June 2010 | More modern by 19 months |
Common features in the Kodak Z950 and Nikon L26
| Z950 | L26 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimension | 3" |  | 3" | Identical screen measurements |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Absent Touch screen |
Kodak Z950 vs Nikon L26 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Kodak Z950 offers physical measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Nikon L26 has sizing of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Look at the Kodak Z950 and Nikon L26 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the Z950 against the L26.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Z950 and L26 is 89 and 93 respectively.
Kodak Z950 vs Nikon L26 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizes only by looking through technical specs. The image here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z950 and L26.
As you can tell, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should count on the Nikon L26 to provide you with greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more aged Z950 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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Kodak Z950 vs Nikon L26 Specifications
| Kodak EasyShare Z950 | Nikon Coolpix L26 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Kodak | Nikon |
| Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z950 | Nikon Coolpix L26 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2010-06-16 | 2012-02-01 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
| Highest enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 35-350mm (10.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.5-4.8 | f/3.2-6.5 |
| Macro focusing range | 6cm | 10cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3" | 3" |
| Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Display tech | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 1/8 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/1250 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 5.40 m | - |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
| Microphone 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 | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 243g (0.54 pounds) | 164g (0.36 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 110 x 67 x 36mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") | 96 x 60 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
| 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 | - | 200 pictures |
| Battery format | - | AA |
| Battery ID | KLIC-7003 | 2 x AA |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Retail price | $250 | $70 |