Kodak Z950 vs Panasonic ZS30

Here, we will be analyzing the Kodak Z950 vs Panasonic ZS30, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Kodak and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the Z950 (12MP) and ZS30 (18MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Z950 was introduced 3 years earlier than the ZS30 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the Z950 scores against the ZS30 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Z950 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30. The whole galleries are available at Kodak Z950 Gallery & Panasonic ZS30 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Kodak Z950 has got outer dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") having a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS30 has proportions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the Z950 vs the ZS30.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Z950 and ZS30 is 89 and 92 respectively.

Generally, its hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizes simply by seeing specifications. The image below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z950 and ZS30.

To sum up, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can expect the Panasonic ZS30 to show extra detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged Z950 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.