Kodak Z950 vs Pentax RZ18
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Kodak Z950 vs Pentax RZ18 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-350mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 243g - 110 x 67 x 36mm
- Announced June 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 178g - 97 x 61 x 33mm
- Announced September 2011
Kodak Z950 vs Pentax RZ18 Overview
Here is a detailed assessment of the Kodak Z950 vs Pentax RZ18, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Kodak and Pentax. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the Z950 (12MP) and RZ18 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools Could Be Added to WhatsAppThe Z950 was unveiled 15 months prior to the RZ18 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the Z950 scores versus the RZ18 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Kodak Z950 vs Pentax RZ18 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare Z950 & Pentax Optio RZ18. The full galleries are provided at Kodak Z950 Gallery & Pentax RZ18 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z950 over the Pentax RZ18
Z950 | RZ18 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax RZ18 over the Kodak Z950
RZ18 | Z950 | |||
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Announced | September 2011 | June 2010 | Fresher by 15 months | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z950 and Pentax RZ18
Z950 | RZ18 | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither includes Touch display |
Kodak Z950 vs Pentax RZ18 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Kodak Z950 features exterior dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") and a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Pentax RZ18 has specifications of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).
Contrast the Kodak Z950 vs Pentax RZ18 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the Z950 against the RZ18.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z950 and RZ18 is 89 and 92 respectively.
Kodak Z950 vs Pentax RZ18 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing merely by checking out technical specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Z950 and RZ18.
As you can tell, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Pentax RZ18 to provide extra detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics more aggressively. The older Z950 will be behind in sensor technology.
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Kodak Z950 vs Pentax RZ18 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z950 | Pentax Optio RZ18 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Kodak | Pentax |
Model | Kodak EasyShare Z950 | Pentax Optio RZ18 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2010-06-16 | 2011-09-12 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-350mm (10.0x) | 25-450mm (18.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-4.8 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 6cm | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1/8s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1250s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.40 m | 2.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 243 grams (0.54 pounds) | 178 grams (0.39 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 67 x 36mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") | 97 x 61 x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | KLIC-7003 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $250 | $210 |