Canon SX1 IS vs Kodak Z980
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Canon SX1 IS vs Kodak Z980 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-560mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 615g - 128 x 88 x 88mm
- Introduced March 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 445g - 124 x 91 x 105mm
- Introduced January 2009

Canon SX1 IS vs Kodak Z980 Overview
In this write-up, we are comparing the Canon SX1 IS vs Kodak Z980, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Kodak. The image resolution of the SX1 IS (10MP) and the Z980 (12MP) is fairly similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SX1 IS was launched 3 months later than the Z980 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX1 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Kodak Z980 being a Compact camera.
Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the SX1 IS grades vs the Z980 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SX1 IS vs Kodak Z980 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX1 IS and Kodak EasyShare Z980. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX1 IS Gallery and Kodak Z980 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX1 IS over the Kodak Z980
SX1 IS | Z980 | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 201k | Sharper display (+29k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Kodak Z980 over the Canon SX1 IS
Z980 | SX1 IS | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.8" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Canon SX1 IS and Kodak Z980
SX1 IS | Z980 | |||
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Introduced | March 2009 | ![]() | January 2009 | Similar generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch display |
Canon SX1 IS vs Kodak Z980 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX1 IS provides external measurements of 128mm x 88mm x 88mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 615 grams (1.36 lbs) and the Kodak Z980 has proportions of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") having a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs).
Check out the Canon SX1 IS vs Kodak Z980 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the SX1 IS compared to the Z980.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SX1 IS and Z980 is 64 and 68 respectively.

Canon SX1 IS vs Kodak Z980 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's hard to imagine the gap between sensor measurements just by reading technical specs. The graphic here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SX1 IS and Z980.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the Kodak Z980 to offer you more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a little more aggressively.

Canon SX1 IS vs Kodak Z980 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX1 IS vs Kodak Z980 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX1 IS | Kodak EasyShare Z980 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Kodak |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX1 IS | Kodak EasyShare Z980 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2009-03-27 | 2009-01-05 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-560mm (20.0x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.7 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focus range | 0cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.8" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 201k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 16 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.20 m | 6.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/500 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 615 gr (1.36 lbs) | 445 gr (0.98 lbs) |
Dimensions | 128 x 88 x 88mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.5") | 124 x 91 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | - | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec or custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC card | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $600 | $249 |