Kodak Z950 vs Sony W370
89 Imaging
35 Features
29 Overall
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94 Imaging
36 Features
25 Overall
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Kodak Z950 vs Sony W370 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
- Revealed June 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 34-238mm (F3.6-5.6) lens
- 179g - 100 x 57 x 26mm
- Revealed January 2010

Kodak Z950 vs Sony W370 Overview
The following is a extensive assessment of the Kodak Z950 vs Sony W370, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Kodak and Sony. The resolution of the Z950 (12MP) and the W370 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The Z950 was unveiled 6 months after the W370 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the Z950 scores vs the W370 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Kodak Z950 vs Sony W370 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Z950 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370. The full galleries are provided at Kodak Z950 Gallery and Sony W370 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z950 over the Sony W370
Z950 | W370 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focus |
Reasons to pick Sony W370 over the Kodak Z950
W370 | Z950 |
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Common features in the Kodak Z950 and Sony W370
Z950 | W370 | |||
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Revealed | June 2010 | ![]() | January 2010 | Same generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Kodak Z950 vs Sony W370 Physical Comparison
When you are going to travel with your camera, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Kodak Z950 comes with external 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) and the Sony W370 has proportions of 100mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).
Take a look at the Kodak Z950 vs Sony W370 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the Z950 versus the W370.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z950 and W370 is 89 and 94 respectively.

Kodak Z950 vs Sony W370 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is difficult to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions simply by checking out specs. The image below may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z950 and W370.
All in all, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Sony W370 to produce more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots more aggressively.

Kodak Z950 vs Sony W370 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak Z950 vs Sony W370 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z950 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Kodak | Sony |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z950 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2010-06-16 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-350mm (10.0x) | 34-238mm (7.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-4.8 | f/3.6-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 6cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1/8 seconds | 2 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1250 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.40 m | 5.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 243 gr (0.54 lb) | 179 gr (0.39 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 67 x 36mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") | 100 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" 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 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/ Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $250 | $230 |