Canon SX200 IS vs Kodak Z990

Below is a in-depth analysis of the Canon SX200 IS and Kodak Z990, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Kodak. The resolution of the SX200 IS (12MP) and the Z990 (12MP) is relatively similar and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX200 IS was revealed 20 months prior to the Z990 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX200 IS being a Compact camera and the Kodak Z990 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a quick summary of how the SX200 IS scores against the Z990 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX200 IS & Kodak EasyShare Z990. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX200 IS Gallery & Kodak Z990 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX200 IS has exterior measurements of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Kodak Z990 has proportions of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") and a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX200 IS and Kodak Z990 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the SX200 IS versus the Z990.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX200 IS and Z990 is 90 and 68 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to envision the contrast between sensor measurements purely by going over specs. The visual here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX200 IS and Z990.

All in all, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs although you may want to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The older SX200 IS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.