Kodak Z950 vs Nikon S630

Below, we are reviewing the Kodak Z950 and Nikon S630, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Kodak and Nikon. The resolution of the Z950 (12MP) and the S630 (12MP) is very close and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Z950 was revealed 17 months after the S630 making the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a simple view of how the Z950 matches up vs the S630 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare Z950 & Nikon Coolpix S630. The full galleries are viewable at Kodak Z950 Gallery & Nikon S630 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Kodak Z950 provides outside 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 S630 has sizing of 97mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

Check out the Kodak Z950 and Nikon S630 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the Z950 versus the S630.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Z950 and S630 is 89 and 95 respectively.

Usually, its hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes just by looking through specs. The pic here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Z950 and S630.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of photos although you should factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The newer Z950 will have an edge in sensor innovation.