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Kodak Z950 vs Panasonic ZS5

Portability
89
Imaging
35
Features
29
Overall
32
Kodak EasyShare Z950 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 front
Portability
92
Imaging
35
Features
30
Overall
33

Kodak Z950 vs Panasonic ZS5 Key Specs

Kodak Z950
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand 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
Panasonic ZS5
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
  • 214g - 103 x 60 x 32mm
  • Introduced June 2010
  • Also referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ8
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Kodak Z950 vs Panasonic ZS5 Overview

Let's look more closely at the Kodak Z950 versus Panasonic ZS5, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Kodak and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Z950 (12MP) and the ZS5 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Z950 was brought out about the same time to the ZS5 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the Z950 scores against the ZS5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Kodak Z950 over the Panasonic ZS5

 Z950 ZS5 
Focus manually More exact focusing
Display size3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")

Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS5 over the Kodak Z950

 ZS5 Z950 

Common features in the Kodak Z950 and Panasonic ZS5

 Z950 ZS5 
IntroducedJune 2010June 2010Similar generation
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kSame display resolution
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither includes Touch friendly display

Kodak Z950 vs Panasonic ZS5 Physical Comparison

If you are intending to travel with your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Kodak Z950 features outside measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") with a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS5 has specifications of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Analyze the Kodak Z950 versus Panasonic ZS5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the Z950 versus the ZS5.

Kodak Z950 vs Panasonic ZS5 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z950 and ZS5 is 89 and 92 respectively.

Kodak Z950 vs Panasonic ZS5 top view buttons comparison

Kodak Z950 vs Panasonic ZS5 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is very tough to see the gap between sensor dimensions merely by going over a spec sheet. The pic underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Z950 and ZS5.

Clearly, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical MP so you should expect similar quality of photographs however you should consider the release date of the products into consideration.

Kodak Z950 vs Panasonic ZS5 sensor size comparison

Kodak Z950 vs Panasonic ZS5 Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak Z950 vs Panasonic ZS5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Kodak Z950
Portrait photography with Panasonic ZS5
29
has manual focus
can't use external flash
MP count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
27
provides face detect autofocus
no manual focus
can't use external flash
low resolution sensor (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Kodak Z950 Street photography highlights
Panasonic ZS5 Street photography highlights
52
image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
heavier than others (243g)
61
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (214g)
screen does not articulate
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Kodak Z950 Sports photography highlights
Panasonic ZS5 Sports photography highlights
27
image stabilization (Optical)
low max shutter speed (1/1,250 seconds)
MP count low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
31
image stabilization (Optical)
provides tracking focus
max shutter speed is low (1/1,300s)
slow continuous shooting (2.0 fps)
low resolution sensor (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Kodak Z950
Travel photography with Panasonic ZS5
52
has built in flash
very long reach (350mm)
lack of Time Lapse recording
heavier than others (243 grams)
MP count low (12 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
63
lighter than competition (214 grams)
flash built-in
rather wide (25mm)
long reach (300mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
low resolution sensor (12MP)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Kodak Z950 Landscape photography advice
Panasonic ZS5 Landscape photography advice
37
has manual focus
screen size is good (3 inches)
image stabilization (Optical)
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
MP count low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
lack of Time Lapse recording
33
rather wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
low resolution sensor (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
does not have Time Lapse function
Photography Glossary

Vlogging Comparison

Kodak Z950 as a Vlogging camera
Panasonic ZS5 as a Vlogging camera
24
image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of mic support
heavier than others (243 grams)
31
rather wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
provides face detect autofocus
lighter than competition (214 grams)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have mic support
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Kodak Z950 vs Panasonic ZS5 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak Z950 and Panasonic ZS5
 Kodak EasyShare Z950Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5
General Information
Manufacturer Kodak Panasonic
Model type Kodak EasyShare Z950 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5
Also Known as - Lumix DMC-TZ8
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Introduced 2010-06-16 2010-06-16
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - Venus Engine HD II
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 area 27.7mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 1600 6400
Max boosted ISO 3200 -
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points - 11
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 35-350mm (10.0x) 25-300mm (12.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.5-4.8 f/3.3-4.9
Macro focusing range 6cm 3cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.9
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inch 2.7 inch
Screen resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 1/8 secs 60 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/1250 secs 1/1300 secs
Continuous shooting rate - 2.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 5.40 m 5.30 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 243 gr (0.54 lbs) 214 gr (0.47 lbs)
Physical dimensions 110 x 67 x 36mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") 103 x 60 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery ID KLIC-7003 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots One One
Price at launch $250 $300