Canon SX210 IS vs Kodak Z980
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![Canon PowerShot SX210 IS front Canon PowerShot SX210 IS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Canon-PowerShot-SX210-IS.jpg)
![Kodak EasyShare Z980 front Kodak EasyShare Z980 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Kodak-EasyShare-Z980.jpg)
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Canon SX210 IS vs Kodak Z980 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-392mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 220g - 103 x 61 x 38mm
- Introduced June 2010
- Older Model is Canon SX200 IS
- Refreshed by Canon SX230 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 445g - 124 x 91 x 105mm
- Launched January 2009
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Canon SX210 IS vs Kodak Z980 Overview
Following is a thorough analysis of the Canon SX210 IS and Kodak Z980, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Canon and Kodak. The sensor resolution of the SX210 IS (14MP) and the Z980 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The SX210 IS was brought out 18 months after the Z980 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summary of how the SX210 IS matches up against the Z980 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Canon SX210 IS vs Kodak Z980 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX210 IS and Kodak EasyShare Z980. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX210 IS Gallery and Kodak Z980 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX210 IS over the Kodak Z980
SX210 IS | Z980 | |||
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Launched | June 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 18 months |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 201k | Crisper screen (+29k dot) |
Reasons to pick Kodak Z980 over the Canon SX210 IS
Z980 | SX210 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX210 IS and Kodak Z980
SX210 IS | Z980 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX210 IS vs Kodak Z980 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SX210 IS comes with outside dimensions of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 220 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Kodak Z980 has sizing of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs).
Analyze the Canon SX210 IS and Kodak Z980 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the SX210 IS and the Z980.
![Canon SX210 IS vs Kodak Z980 size comparison Canon SX210 IS vs Kodak Z980 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX210-IS-vs-Kodak-EasyShare-Z980-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX210 IS and Z980 is 90 and 68 respectively.
![Canon SX210 IS vs Kodak Z980 top view buttons comparison Canon SX210 IS vs Kodak Z980 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX210-IS-vs-Kodak-EasyShare-Z980-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon SX210 IS vs Kodak Z980 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizes simply by looking at specs. The image underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX210 IS and Z980.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Canon SX210 IS to give extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The younger SX210 IS is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.
![Canon SX210 IS vs Kodak Z980 sensor size comparison Canon SX210 IS vs Kodak Z980 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX210-IS-vs-Kodak-EasyShare-Z980-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon SX210 IS vs Kodak Z980 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon SX210 IS vs Kodak Z980 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon SX210 IS vs Kodak Z980 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX210-IS-vs-Kodak-EasyShare-Z980-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Portrait Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon SX210 IS vs Kodak Z980 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX210 IS | Kodak EasyShare Z980 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Kodak |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX210 IS | Kodak EasyShare Z980 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2010-06-16 | 2009-01-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-392mm (14.0x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 201 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 16 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 6.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro, Manual (3 levels) | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 220g (0.49 lb) | 445g (0.98 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 61 x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 124 x 91 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | NB-5L | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $226 | $249 |