Canon SX240 HS vs Kodak Z980
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Canon SX240 HS vs Kodak Z980 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.8) lens
- 224g - 106 x 61 x 33mm
- Launched February 2012
- Succeeded the Canon SX230 HS
- Successor is Canon SX260 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
- Announced January 2009

Canon SX240 HS vs Kodak Z980 Overview
The following is a detailed review of the Canon SX240 HS vs Kodak Z980, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Kodak. The sensor resolution of the SX240 HS (12MP) and the Z980 (12MP) is pretty similar and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The SX240 HS was revealed 3 years after the Z980 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick summary of how the SX240 HS grades vs the Z980 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX240 HS vs Kodak Z980 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX240 HS & Kodak EasyShare Z980. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX240 HS Gallery & Kodak Z980 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX240 HS over the Kodak Z980
SX240 HS | Z980 | |||
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Announced | February 2012 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 38 months |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 201k | Clearer screen (+260k dot) |
Reasons to pick Kodak Z980 over the Canon SX240 HS
Z980 | SX240 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX240 HS and Kodak Z980
SX240 HS | Z980 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch screen |
Canon SX240 HS vs Kodak Z980 Physical Comparison
If you are going to travel with your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SX240 HS features external dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Kodak Z980 has sizing of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") along with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon SX240 HS vs Kodak Z980 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the SX240 HS and the Z980.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX240 HS and Z980 is 91 and 68 respectively.

Canon SX240 HS vs Kodak Z980 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reading specifications. The picture underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX240 HS and Z980.
Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of pictures although you really should consider the age of the products into consideration. The fresher SX240 HS provides an advantage in sensor technology.

Canon SX240 HS vs Kodak Z980 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX240 HS vs Kodak Z980 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX240 HS | Kodak EasyShare Z980 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Kodak |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX240 HS | Kodak EasyShare Z980 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2012-02-07 | 2009-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 5 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-500mm (20.0x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-6.8 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 461 thousand dot | 201 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | PureColor II TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 16 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 6.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 224g (0.49 lbs) | 445g (0.98 lbs) |
Dimensions | 106 x 61 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 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 life | 230 photographs | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6L | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $0 | $249 |