Kodak Z950 vs Olympus 8000

Below is a extended assessment of the Kodak Z950 versus Olympus 8000, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Kodak and Olympus. The image resolution of the Z950 (12MP) and the 8000 (12MP) is fairly comparable and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Z950 was brought out 12 months later than the 8000 and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the Z950 matches up against the 8000 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare Z950 & Olympus Stylus Tough 8000. The entire galleries are provided at Kodak Z950 Gallery & Olympus 8000 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Kodak Z950 features outside measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") and a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Olympus 8000 has measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the Z950 versus the 8000.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z950 and 8000 is 89 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements purely by going through technical specs. The photograph here should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Z950 and 8000.

As you have seen, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of photos however you should really consider the age of the cameras into account. The more recent Z950 will have an edge in sensor technology.