Kodak Z950 vs Panasonic ZS8

Below is a in depth overview of the Kodak Z950 and Panasonic ZS8, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Kodak and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Z950 (12MP) and the ZS8 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Z950 was announced 13 months earlier than the ZS8 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the Z950 scores against the ZS8 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare Z950 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8. The whole galleries are provided at Kodak Z950 Gallery & Panasonic ZS8 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Kodak Z950 has got outer dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") with a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS8 has measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the Z950 and the ZS8.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z950 and ZS8 is 89 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to see the difference in sensor measurements merely by checking out specs. The photograph below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Z950 and ZS8.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic ZS8 to provide more detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The older Z950 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.