Kodak Z950 vs Nikon S9100

Following is a in depth overview of the Kodak Z950 and Nikon S9100, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Kodak and Nikon. The resolution of the Z950 (12MP) and the S9100 (12MP) is pretty comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Z950 was revealed 13 months earlier than the S9100 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the Z950 grades versus the S9100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Z950 and Nikon Coolpix S9100. The full galleries are viewable at Kodak Z950 Gallery and Nikon S9100 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Kodak Z950 comes with outside 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) and the Nikon S9100 has proportions of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Contrast the Kodak Z950 and Nikon S9100 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the Z950 versus the S9100.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z950 and S9100 is 89 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to see the gap in sensor sizes simply by checking out a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Z950 and S9100.

Clearly, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP so you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you would want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged Z950 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.