Kodak Z950 vs Nikon S9700

Here, we will be looking at the Kodak Z950 versus Nikon S9700, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Kodak and Nikon. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the Z950 (12MP) and S9700 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Z950 was introduced 4 years prior to the S9700 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the Z950 grades against the S9700 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare Z950 and Nikon Coolpix S9700. The whole galleries are available at Kodak Z950 Gallery and Nikon S9700 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Kodak Z950 has got 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) and the Nikon S9700 has proportions of 110mm x 64mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") with a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs).

Analyze the Kodak Z950 versus Nikon S9700 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the Z950 vs the S9700.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Z950 and S9700 is 89 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading through specifications. The pic here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Z950 and S9700.

To sum up, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Nikon S9700 to give extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged Z950 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.