Kodak Z950 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS
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![Kodak EasyShare Z950 front Kodak EasyShare Z950 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Kodak-EasyShare-Z950/Kodak-Z950-front.jpg)
![Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS front Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-Tough-TG-2-iHS/Olympus-TG-2-iHS-front.jpg)
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42 Overall
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Kodak Z950 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-350mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 243g - 110 x 67 x 36mm
- Launched June 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 111 x 67 x 29mm
- Announced June 2013
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Kodak Z950 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Overview
Here, we are contrasting the Kodak Z950 and Olympus TG-2 iHS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by brands Kodak and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the Z950 (12MP) and the TG-2 iHS (12MP) is very close and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The Z950 was brought out 4 years earlier than the TG-2 iHS which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the Z950 scores against the TG-2 iHS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Kodak Z950 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare Z950 and Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS. The entire galleries are viewable at Kodak Z950 Gallery and Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z950 over the Olympus TG-2 iHS
Z950 | TG-2 iHS | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-2 iHS over the Kodak Z950
TG-2 iHS | Z950 | |||
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Announced | June 2013 | ![]() | June 2010 | Newer by 36 months |
Display resolution | 610k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+380k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z950 and Olympus TG-2 iHS
Z950 | TG-2 iHS | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lacking Touch display |
Kodak Z950 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The Kodak Z950 features outside dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") with a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Olympus TG-2 iHS has sizing of 111mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
Check out the Kodak Z950 and Olympus TG-2 iHS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the Z950 and the TG-2 iHS.
![Kodak Z950 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS size comparison Kodak Z950 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Kodak-EasyShare-Z950-vs-Olympus-Tough-TG-2-iHS-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z950 and TG-2 iHS is 89 and 91 respectively.
![Kodak Z950 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS top view buttons comparison Kodak Z950 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Kodak-EasyShare-Z950-vs-Olympus-Tough-TG-2-iHS-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Kodak Z950 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is hard to picture the gap in sensor dimensions purely by researching specifications. The picture below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Z950 and TG-2 iHS.
To sum up, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of files however you need to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged Z950 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
![Kodak Z950 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS sensor size comparison Kodak Z950 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Kodak-EasyShare-Z950-vs-Olympus-Tough-TG-2-iHS-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Kodak Z950 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Screen and ViewFinder
![Kodak Z950 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Screen and Viewfinder comparison Kodak Z950 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Kodak-EasyShare-Z950-vs-Olympus-Tough-TG-2-iHS-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Kodak Z950 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z950 | Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Kodak | Olympus |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z950 | Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2010-06-16 | 2013-06-28 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3968 x 2976 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-350mm (10.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-4.8 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 6cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 610 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | - | OLED |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1/8 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1250 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.40 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 243 grams (0.54 lbs) | 230 grams (0.51 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 67 x 36mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") | 111 x 67 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 350 images |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | KLIC-7003 | Li-90B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 and 12 sec, Pet Auto Shutter) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | - |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $250 | $380 |