Kodak Z950 vs Sony S980

Below, we are reviewing the Kodak Z950 and Sony S980, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Kodak and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Z950 (12MP) and the S980 (12MP) is fairly close and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Z950 was introduced 17 months after the S980 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the Z950 scores versus the S980 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare Z950 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980. The whole galleries are provided at Kodak Z950 Gallery & Sony S980 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Kodak Z950 has got outside dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") having a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Sony S980 has measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Kodak Z950 and Sony S980 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the Z950 against the S980.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z950 and S980 is 89 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes merely by viewing specs. The picture here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z950 and S980.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of photos but you will want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more modern Z950 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.