Kodak Z950 vs Olympus SZ-10

Lets look a little more in depth at the Kodak Z950 vs Olympus SZ-10, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Kodak and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the Z950 (12MP) and the SZ-10 (14MP) is very close and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Z950 was manufactured 7 months earlier than the SZ-10 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the Z950 matches up versus the SZ-10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare Z950 and Olympus SZ-10. The entire galleries are viewable at Kodak Z950 Gallery and Olympus SZ-10 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Kodak Z950 features physical 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 Olympus SZ-10 has specifications of 106mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).

Contrast the Kodak Z950 vs Olympus SZ-10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the Z950 compared to the SZ-10.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Z950 and SZ-10 is 89 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizing purely by looking through specifications. The photograph underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z950 and SZ-10.

Plainly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Olympus SZ-10 to provide you with extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The older Z950 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.