Kodak Z950 vs Nikon S8100

Let's look a bit more closely at the Kodak Z950 versus Nikon S8100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Kodak and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Z950 (12MP) and the S8100 (12MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Z950 was announced 2 months prior to the S8100 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the Z950 matches up against the S8100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare Z950 and Nikon Coolpix S8100. The whole galleries are provided at Kodak Z950 Gallery and Nikon S8100 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Kodak Z950 enjoys outer 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 S8100 has proportions of 104mm x 60mm x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

Take a look at the Kodak Z950 versus Nikon S8100 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the Z950 versus the S8100.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Z950 and S8100 is 89 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading through specifications. The photograph here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Z950 and S8100.

To sum up, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP and you should expect similar quality of files but you should always take the release date of the products into consideration.