Kodak Z950 vs Sony S930
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Kodak Z950 vs Sony S930 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.4" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 320 x 240 video
- 38-108mm (F2.9-5.4) lens
- 167g - 90 x 61 x 26mm
- Launched January 2009
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The following is a thorough assessment of the Kodak Z950 vs Sony S930, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Kodak and Sony. The image resolution of the Z950 (12MP) and the S930 (10MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe Z950 was launched 18 months after the S930 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the Z950 scores against the S930 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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This is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Z950 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930. The complete galleries are provided at Kodak Z950 Gallery and Sony S930 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z950 over the Sony S930
| Z950 | S930 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | June 2010 |  | January 2009 | Newer by 18 months |
| Screen size | 3" |  | 2.4" | Bigger screen (+0.6") |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 112k | Clearer screen (+118k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony S930 over the Kodak Z950
| S930 | Z950 |
|---|
Common features in the Kodak Z950 and Sony S930
| Z950 | S930 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Very accurate focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | No selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | No Touch screen |
Kodak Z950 vs Sony S930 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Kodak Z950 enjoys physical dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") and a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Sony S930 has dimensions of 90mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is a front view size comparison of the Z950 compared to the S930.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Z950 and S930 is 89 and 94 respectively.
Kodak Z950 vs Sony S930 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's tough to envision the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specifications. The image below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z950 and S930.
To sum up, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Kodak Z950 to deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more modern Z950 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
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Kodak Z950 vs Sony S930 Specifications
| Kodak EasyShare Z950 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Kodak | Sony |
| Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z950 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Released | 2010-06-16 | 2009-01-08 |
| Body design | 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 area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Maximum enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 35-350mm (10.0x) | 38-108mm (2.8x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.5-4.8 | f/2.9-5.4 |
| Macro focusing range | 6cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3 inches | 2.4 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 112k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 1/8 seconds | 1/8 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/1250 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | - | 2.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 5.40 m | 3.00 m (Auto ISO) |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, Forced Flash, Slow Syncro, No Flash |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 320x240 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 243 gr (0.54 pounds) | 167 gr (0.37 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 110 x 67 x 36mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") | 90 x 61 x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") |
| 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 | 2 x AA |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / PRo-HG Duo, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch price | $250 | $219 |