Kodak Z950 vs Sony HX50V

The following is a extended analysis of the Kodak Z950 versus Sony HX50V, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Kodak and Sony. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the Z950 (12MP) and HX50V (20MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Z950 was brought out 3 years prior to the HX50V which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the Z950 scores versus the HX50V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare Z950 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The entire galleries are viewable at Kodak Z950 Gallery and Sony HX50V Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Kodak Z950 has got external dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Sony HX50V has measurements of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the Z950 compared to the HX50V.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z950 and HX50V is 89 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by researching technical specs. The pic here may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Z950 and HX50V.

As you can tell, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Sony HX50V to provide you with greater detail having its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The more aged Z950 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.