Here are some general test shots to help evaluate the camera's overall image quality, including dynamic range, colour rendition and the zoom range of the lens. Some pictures may be clicked to download the full size original image.

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Wide angle is equivalent to 35mm.

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Telephoto is equivalent to 350mm.

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Shadow detail and highlight detail are pretty poor.

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Colour rendition is reasonably good, with clear bright colours.

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The Z950 is a good general snapshot camera, although very, very slow.

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