Kodak Z950 vs Panasonic FZ28
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Kodak Z950 vs Panasonic FZ28 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost 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)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.4) lens
- 417g - 118 x 75 x 89mm
- Revealed January 2009
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On this page, we will be comparing the Kodak Z950 and Panasonic FZ28, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Kodak and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Z950 (12MP) and the FZ28 (10MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe Z950 was revealed 18 months later than the FZ28 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the Z950 grades vs the FZ28 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Below is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Z950 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28. The full galleries are available at Kodak Z950 Gallery & Panasonic FZ28 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z950 over the Panasonic FZ28
| Z950 | FZ28 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | June 2010 |  | January 2009 | Fresher by 18 months |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ28 over the Kodak Z950
| FZ28 | Z950 |
|---|
Common features in the Kodak Z950 and Panasonic FZ28
| Z950 | FZ28 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Dial exact focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither includes Touch screen |
Kodak Z950 vs Panasonic FZ28 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Kodak Z950 features exterior 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 Panasonic FZ28 has specifications of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") having a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs).
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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the Z950 and the FZ28.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z950 and FZ28 is 89 and 72 respectively.
Kodak Z950 vs Panasonic FZ28 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizing just by going over specifications. The photograph below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z950 and FZ28.
To sum up, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Kodak Z950 to offer you more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more recent Z950 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
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Kodak Z950 vs Panasonic FZ28 Specifications
| Kodak EasyShare Z950 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Kodak | Panasonic |
| Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z950 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Introduced | 2010-06-16 | 2009-01-15 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| 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 | 10 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Max enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 35-350mm (10.0x) | 27-486mm (18.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.5-4.8 | f/2.8-4.4 |
| Macro focusing range | 6cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 1/8 seconds | 60 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/1250 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | - | 3.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 5.40 m | 8.50 m (Auto ISO) |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, Red-Eye Auto, On, Red-Eye On, Red-Eye Slow Sync, Off, Slow Sync (1&2) |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 @ 30 fps, 848 x 480, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 @ 30fps, 320 x 240 @ 10fps |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| 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 | 243g (0.54 pounds) | 417g (0.92 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 110 x 67 x 36mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") | 118 x 75 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | 27 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 17.9 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.1 |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | 79 |
| Other | ||
| Battery ID | KLIC-7003 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Cost at release | $250 | $599 |