Kodak Z950 vs Samsung WB50F
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Kodak Z950 vs Samsung WB50F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-350mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 243g - 110 x 67 x 36mm
- Released June 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 207g - 101 x 68 x 27mm
- Introduced January 2014

Kodak Z950 vs Samsung WB50F Overview
Below, we will be comparing the Kodak Z950 versus Samsung WB50F, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Kodak and Samsung. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the Z950 (12MP) and WB50F (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Z950 was unveiled 4 years earlier than the WB50F which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summation of how the Z950 grades vs the WB50F for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Kodak Z950 vs Samsung WB50F Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Z950 and Samsung WB50F. The full galleries are viewable at Kodak Z950 Gallery and Samsung WB50F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z950 over the Samsung WB50F
Z950 | WB50F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB50F over the Kodak Z950
WB50F | Z950 | |||
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Introduced | January 2014 | ![]() | June 2010 | More modern by 43 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z950 and Samsung WB50F
Z950 | WB50F | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Kodak Z950 vs Samsung WB50F Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Kodak Z950 comes with physical measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") having a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Samsung WB50F has measurements of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") with a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs).
Contrast the Kodak Z950 versus Samsung WB50F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the Z950 versus the WB50F.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Z950 and WB50F is 89 and 92 respectively.

Kodak Z950 vs Samsung WB50F Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be hard to see the gap between sensor sizes purely by reviewing technical specs. The picture below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Z950 and WB50F.
As you can tell, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Samsung WB50F to offer you greater detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged Z950 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Kodak Z950 vs Samsung WB50F Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak Z950 vs Samsung WB50F Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z950 | Samsung WB50F | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Kodak | Samsung |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z950 | Samsung WB50F |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-06-16 | 2014-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-350mm (10.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-4.8 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 6cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1/8 secs | - |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1250 secs | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.40 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 243g (0.54 lbs) | 207g (0.46 lbs) |
Dimensions | 110 x 67 x 36mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") | 101 x 68 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $250 | $180 |