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Kodak Z950 vs Nikon S1000pj

Portability
89
Imaging
35
Features
29
Overall
32
Kodak EasyShare Z950 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S1000pj front
Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
21
Overall
29

Kodak Z950 vs Nikon S1000pj Key Specs

Kodak Z950
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-350mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
  • 243g - 110 x 67 x 36mm
  • Revealed June 2010
Nikon S1000pj
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200 (Boost to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
  • 175g - 96 x 62 x 23mm
  • Revealed August 2009
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Kodak Z950 vs Nikon S1000pj Overview

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Kodak Z950 and Nikon S1000pj, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Kodak and Nikon. The resolution of the Z950 (12MP) and the S1000pj (12MP) is very well matched and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Z950 was revealed 11 months later than the S1000pj which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short highlight of how the Z950 scores against the S1000pj when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Kodak Z950 over the Nikon S1000pj

 Z950 S1000pj 
RevealedJune 2010August 2009More recent by 11 months
Focus manually Dial precise focus
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")

Reasons to pick Nikon S1000pj over the Kodak Z950

 S1000pj Z950 

Common features in the Kodak Z950 and Nikon S1000pj

 Z950 S1000pj 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kIdentical display resolution
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch display Neither has Touch display

Kodak Z950 vs Nikon S1000pj Physical Comparison

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Kodak Z950 has physical measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") with a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Nikon S1000pj has specifications of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the Z950 compared to the S1000pj.

Kodak Z950 vs Nikon S1000pj size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Z950 and S1000pj is 89 and 94 respectively.

Kodak Z950 vs Nikon S1000pj top view buttons comparison

Kodak Z950 vs Nikon S1000pj Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor measurements simply by looking at specifications. The visual here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Z950 and S1000pj.

To sum up, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of photos although you should really consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The newer Z950 provides an advantage in sensor technology.

Kodak Z950 vs Nikon S1000pj sensor size comparison

Kodak Z950 vs Nikon S1000pj Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak Z950 vs Nikon S1000pj Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Kodak Z950 as a Portrait photography camera
Nikon S1000pj as a Portrait photography camera
29
manual focus
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
21
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not possible
external flash not possible
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Kodak Z950 Street photography highlights
Nikon S1000pj Street photography highlights
52
has image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
heavier than competitors in class (243 grams)
56
built in image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Kodak Z950
Sports photography with Nikon S1000pj
27
has image stabilization (Optical)
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,250s)
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
34
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000 seconds)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no shutter priority
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Kodak Z950 Travel photography info
Nikon S1000pj Travel photography info
52
has built in flash
great reach (350mm)
missing Time Lapse recording
heavier than competitors in class (243 grams)
sensor resolution low (12MP)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
57
built-in flash
rather wide (28mm)
no Timelapse function
low megapixels (12MP)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
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Landscape Comparison

Kodak Z950 as a Landscape photography camera
Nikon S1000pj as a Landscape photography camera
37
manual focus
screen size is good (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
missing Time Lapse recording
32
rather wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not possible
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
no Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Kodak Z950
Vlogging with Nikon S1000pj
24
has image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
display is not selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing external mic support
heavier than competitors in class (243g)
28
rather wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
no microphone socket
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Kodak Z950 vs Nikon S1000pj Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak Z950 and Nikon S1000pj
 Kodak EasyShare Z950Nikon Coolpix S1000pj
General Information
Make Kodak Nikon
Model Kodak EasyShare Z950 Nikon Coolpix S1000pj
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2010-06-16 2009-08-04
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor - Expeed
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 surface area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Maximum enhanced ISO 3200 6400
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
AF center weighted
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35-350mm (10.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.5-4.8 f/3.9-5.8
Macro focus distance 6cm 3cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inches 2.7 inches
Screen resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 1/8s 30s
Max shutter speed 1/1250s 1/8000s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes -
Change WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 5.40 m -
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye -
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone port
Headphone port
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 243 grams (0.54 lb) 175 grams (0.39 lb)
Dimensions 110 x 67 x 36mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") 96 x 62 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 model KLIC-7003 EN-EL12
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Cost at release $250 $289