Kodak M341 has a
12.0MP 1/2.3-inch (6.08 x 4.56 mm ) sized CCD sensor . On the other hand, Panasonic SZ8 has a
16.0MP 1/2.3-inch (6.08 x 4.56 mm ) sized CCD sensor and features Venus Engine processor.
Below you can see the M341 and SZ8 sensor size comparison.
Sensor Size and Resolution Comparison image of Kodak M341 and Panasonic SZ8 Cameras
Kodak M341 and Panasonic SZ8 have the same sensor sizes so they will provide same level of control over the depth of field when used with same focal length and aperture. On the other hand, since Kodak M341 has 32% larger pixel area compared to Panasonic SZ8, it has potential to collect more light on pixel level hence have less noise in low light / High ISO images.
Sensor size sets the circle of confusion, so it drives how much depth of field each
of these bodies gives you at a given aperture. You can calculate it exactly for the
Kodak M341
or the
Panasonic SZ8 ,
including hyperfocal distance.
