Canon A3100 IS vs Kodak Z980

Let's look more in depth at the Canon A3100 IS and Kodak Z980, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Kodak. The sensor resolution of the A3100 IS (12MP) and the Z980 (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The A3100 IS was released 13 months later than the Z980 which makes them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short view of how the A3100 IS matches up against the Z980 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A3100 IS and Kodak EasyShare Z980. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon A3100 IS Gallery and Kodak Z980 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon A3100 IS features outer dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Kodak Z980 has dimensions of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") having a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the A3100 IS vs the Z980.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A3100 IS and Z980 is 94 and 68 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to picture the gap in sensor measurements only by viewing specifications. The visual underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the A3100 IS and Z980.

Plainly, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of photos though you would want to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more recent A3100 IS should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.