Kodak Z950 vs Panasonic LS5

Here, we are contrasting the Kodak Z950 vs Panasonic LS5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Kodak and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Z950 (12MP) and the LS5 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Z950 was brought out 13 months before the LS5 making them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the Z950 scores vs the LS5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare Z950 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5. The entire galleries are provided at Kodak Z950 Gallery and Panasonic LS5 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Kodak Z950 has got outside dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") and a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Panasonic LS5 has specifications of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the Z950 vs the LS5.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z950 and LS5 is 89 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes just by checking technical specs. The picture here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z950 and LS5.

As you have seen, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic LS5 to give you more detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged Z950 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.