Kodak Z950 vs Panasonic FH2
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Kodak Z950 vs Panasonic FH2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-350mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 243g - 110 x 67 x 36mm
- Introduced June 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
- 121g - 94 x 54 x 19mm
- Launched January 2011
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FS16
Kodak Z950 vs Panasonic FH2 Overview
Below, we are looking at the Kodak Z950 vs Panasonic FH2, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Kodak and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Z950 (12MP) and the FH2 (14MP) is very similar and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe Z950 was launched 6 months before the FH2 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a short view of how the Z950 grades against the FH2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Kodak Z950 vs Panasonic FH2 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare Z950 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2. The complete galleries are available at Kodak Z950 Gallery and Panasonic FH2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z950 over the Panasonic FH2
Z950 | FH2 | |||
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Manual focus | More accurate focusing | |||
Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH2 over the Kodak Z950
FH2 | Z950 |
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Common features in the Kodak Z950 and Panasonic FH2
Z950 | FH2 | |||
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Launched | June 2010 | January 2011 | Similar generation | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Absent Touch display |
Kodak Z950 vs Panasonic FH2 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Kodak Z950 features outer dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") along with a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH2 has sizing of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
Analyze the Kodak Z950 vs Panasonic FH2 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the Z950 compared to the FH2.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Z950 and FH2 is 89 and 96 respectively.
Kodak Z950 vs Panasonic FH2 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading specifications. The visual below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Z950 and FH2.
Plainly, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic FH2 to offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos much more aggressively.
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Kodak Z950 vs Panasonic FH2 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z950 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Kodak | Panasonic |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z950 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-FS16 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-06-16 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-350mm (10.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-4.8 | f/3.1-6.5 |
Macro focusing range | 6cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1/8 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1250 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.40 m | 3.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 243 grams (0.54 pounds) | 121 grams (0.27 pounds) |
Dimensions | 110 x 67 x 36mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - | 270 shots |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | KLIC-7003 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $250 | $149 |