Canon A2500 vs Kodak Z980

The following is a thorough review of the Canon A2500 vs Kodak Z980, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Kodak. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the A2500 (16MP) and Z980 (12MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The A2500 was revealed 4 years after the Z980 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the A2500 grades vs the Z980 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A2500 and Kodak EasyShare Z980. The full galleries are provided at Canon A2500 Gallery and Kodak Z980 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon A2500 provides outside measurements of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Kodak Z980 has measurements of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") having a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon A2500 vs Kodak Z980 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the A2500 and the Z980.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A2500 and Z980 is 96 and 68 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing specs. The image below will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the A2500 and Z980.

All in all, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Canon A2500 to offer extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more modern A2500 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.