Kodak Z950 vs Panasonic FH20

Its time to take a closer look at the Kodak Z950 versus Panasonic FH20, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Z950 (12MP) and the FH20 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Z950 was unveiled 6 months later than the FH20 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the Z950 matches up against the FH20 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Z950 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20. The full galleries are available at Kodak Z950 Gallery & Panasonic FH20 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Kodak Z950 features outer dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Panasonic FH20 has dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the Z950 compared to the FH20.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Z950 and FH20 is 89 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to envision the contrast in sensor measurements purely by going through technical specs. The photograph here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Z950 and FH20.

As you can tell, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic FH20 to produce extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a little more aggressively.