Kodak Z990 vs Nikon P950

Following is a extensive review of the Kodak Z990 versus Nikon P950, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Nikon. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the Z990 (12MP) and P950 (16MP) but they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Z990 was released 10 years prior to the P950 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going through a full comparison, below is a short view of how the Z990 scores versus the P950 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Z990 and Nikon Coolpix P950. The complete galleries are provided at Kodak Z990 Gallery and Nikon P950 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Kodak Z990 comes with exterior measurements of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") and a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) and the Nikon P950 has specifications of 140mm x 110mm x 150mm (5.5" x 4.3" x 5.9") along with a weight of 1005 grams (2.22 lbs).

Check out the Kodak Z990 versus Nikon P950 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select during that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the Z990 and the P950.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Z990 and P950 is 68 and 52 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizes only by looking at specs. The image underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Z990 and P950.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Nikon P950 to give extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged Z990 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.