Kodak Z950 vs Sony HX5
89 Imaging
35 Features
29 Overall
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92 Imaging
33 Features
30 Overall
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Kodak Z950 vs Sony HX5 Key Specs
(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
- Released June 2010
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 200g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
- Revealed June 2010
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Its time to take a deeper look at the Kodak Z950 versus Sony HX5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Kodak and Sony. The resolution of the Z950 (12MP) and the HX5 (10MP) is fairly similar but the Z950 (1/2.3") and HX5 (1/2.4") come with different sensor size.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe Z950 was unveiled very close to the HX5 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the Z950 grades against the HX5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Photography Glossary Kodak Z950 vs Sony HX5 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare Z950 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5. The full galleries are viewable at Kodak Z950 Gallery & Sony HX5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z950 over the Sony HX5
| Z950 | HX5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Very precise focus |
Reasons to pick Sony HX5 over the Kodak Z950
| HX5 | Z950 |
|---|
Common features in the Kodak Z950 and Sony HX5
| Z950 | HX5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | June 2010 |  | June 2010 | Similar age |
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent display size |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | The same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Lacking Touch display |
Kodak Z950 vs Sony HX5 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Kodak Z950 comes with exterior measurements 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 Sony HX5 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).
Check the Kodak Z950 versus Sony HX5 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select during that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the Z950 against the HX5.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z950 and HX5 is 89 and 92 respectively.
Kodak Z950 vs Sony HX5 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specifications. The photograph here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Z950 and HX5.
Plainly, each of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Z950 with its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Kodak Z950 will offer extra detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively.
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Kodak Z950 vs Sony HX5 Specifications
| Kodak EasyShare Z950 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Kodak | Sony |
| Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z950 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Released | 2010-06-16 | 2010-06-16 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | - | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.4" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
| Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.9mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3456 x 2592 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Max enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 35-350mm (10.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.5-4.8 | f/3.5-5.5 |
| Macro focusing range | 6cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 1/8s | 30s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/1250s | 1/1600s |
| Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 5.40 m | 3.80 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | BuiltIn |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 243g (0.54 lb) | 200g (0.44 lb) |
| Dimensions | 110 x 67 x 36mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" 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 | NP-BG1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait1/portrait2) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo/ PRO HG-Duo, optional SD/SDHC, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Pricing at release | $250 | $275 |