Kodak Z950 vs Nikon S5300
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Kodak Z950 vs Nikon S5300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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
- Launched June 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-208mm (F3.7-6.6) lens
- 138g - 97 x 58 x 21mm
- Revealed January 2014

Kodak Z950 vs Nikon S5300 Overview
Following is a detailed comparison of the Kodak Z950 versus Nikon S5300, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Kodak and Nikon. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the Z950 (12MP) and S5300 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The Z950 was manufactured 4 years before the S5300 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief view of how the Z950 scores vs the S5300 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Kodak Z950 vs Nikon S5300 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Z950 & Nikon Coolpix S5300. The entire galleries are provided at Kodak Z950 Gallery & Nikon S5300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z950 over the Nikon S5300
Z950 | S5300 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S5300 over the Kodak Z950
S5300 | Z950 | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | ![]() | June 2010 | More modern by 43 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z950 and Nikon S5300
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Kodak Z950 vs Nikon S5300 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Kodak Z950 provides exterior measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") and a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Nikon S5300 has measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 138 grams (0.30 lbs).
Check out the Kodak Z950 versus Nikon S5300 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the Z950 against the S5300.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z950 and S5300 is 89 and 95 respectively.

Kodak Z950 vs Nikon S5300 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its tough to picture the difference in sensor sizes merely by checking out specs. The picture underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z950 and S5300.
All in all, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Nikon S5300 to show more detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged Z950 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

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Kodak Z950 vs Nikon S5300 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z950 | Nikon Coolpix S5300 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Kodak | Nikon |
Model | Kodak EasyShare Z950 | Nikon Coolpix S5300 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-06-16 | 2014-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 99 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-350mm (10.0x) | 26-208mm (8.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-4.8 | f/3.7-6.6 |
Macro focus distance | 6cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | TFT-LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1/8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1250 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 7.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.40 m | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
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 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 243 gr (0.54 pounds) | 138 gr (0.30 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 67 x 36mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") | 97 x 58 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
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 life | - | 180 photographs |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | KLIC-7003 | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $250 | $180 |