Kodak Z950 vs Sony HX90V

Below is a extensive analysis of the Kodak Z950 vs Sony HX90V, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Kodak and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the Z950 (12MP) and HX90V (18MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Z950 was announced 5 years prior to the HX90V and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the Z950 scores vs the HX90V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare Z950 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The whole galleries are provided at Kodak Z950 Gallery and Sony HX90V Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Kodak Z950 has got exterior measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") along with a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Sony HX90V has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Analyze the Kodak Z950 vs Sony HX90V in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at the time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the Z950 and the HX90V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Z950 and HX90V is 89 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to visualize the difference in sensor measurements purely by going through specifications. The graphic underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z950 and HX90V.

Plainly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Sony HX90V to show more detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a bit more aggressively. The older Z950 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.