Kodak Z950 vs Pentax E70

In this article, we will be analyzing the Kodak Z950 vs Pentax E70, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Kodak and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the Z950 (12MP) and the E70 (10MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Z950 was revealed 18 months after the E70 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the Z950 grades vs the E70 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare Z950 and Pentax Optio E70. The full galleries are viewable at Kodak Z950 Gallery and Pentax E70 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Kodak Z950 has got outer dimensions 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 Pentax E70 has specifications of 94mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

Examine the Kodak Z950 vs Pentax E70 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the Z950 versus the E70.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z950 and E70 is 89 and 94 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizes purely by looking through a spec sheet. The picture here will provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z950 and E70.

As you can see, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Kodak Z950 to result in extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The fresher Z950 provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.