Kodak Z950 vs Panasonic SZ1

On this page, we will be analyzing the Kodak Z950 vs Panasonic SZ1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Kodak and Panasonic. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the Z950 (12MP) and SZ1 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Z950 was brought out 19 months before the SZ1 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a brief view of how the Z950 matches up against the SZ1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Z950 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The entire galleries are viewable at Kodak Z950 Gallery and Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Kodak Z950 provides outside 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 SZ1 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).

Take a look at the Kodak Z950 vs Panasonic SZ1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the Z950 vs the SZ1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z950 and SZ1 is 89 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing simply by researching technical specs. The visual here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Z950 and SZ1.

As you have seen, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Panasonic SZ1 to result in more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The older Z950 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.