Canon S200 vs Kodak Z980

The following is a extensive analysis of the Canon S200 versus Kodak Z980, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Kodak. The image resolution of the S200 (10MP) and the Z980 (12MP) is pretty comparable but the S200 (1/1.7") and Z980 (1/2.3") use different sensor sizing.

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The S200 was released 5 years after the Z980 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the S200 grades vs the Z980 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot S200 and Kodak EasyShare Z980. The complete galleries are available at Canon S200 Gallery and Kodak Z980 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Canon S200 has external dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 181 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Kodak Z980 has specifications of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") accompanied by a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs).

Contrast the Canon S200 versus Kodak Z980 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at the time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the S200 compared to the Z980.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S200 and Z980 is 93 and 68 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by checking out specifications. The image below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S200 and Z980.

To sum up, each of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The S200 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF easier and the Kodak Z980 will show greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The younger S200 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.