Canon SX240 HS vs Kodak Z990

The following is a in depth analysis of the Canon SX240 HS versus Kodak Z990, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Kodak. The sensor resolution of the SX240 HS (12MP) and the Z990 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX240 HS was introduced 14 months after the Z990 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX240 HS being a Compact camera and the Kodak Z990 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the SX240 HS scores versus the Z990 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX240 HS and Kodak EasyShare Z990. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX240 HS Gallery and Kodak Z990 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX240 HS offers outer measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Kodak Z990 has measurements of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the SX240 HS and the Z990.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX240 HS and Z990 is 91 and 68 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to envision the gap in sensor dimensions purely by going through technical specs. The pic underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX240 HS and Z990.

As you have seen, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of files but you should consider the release date of the cameras into account. The fresher SX240 HS will have an edge in sensor tech.