Canon SX260 HS vs Kodak Z980

Following is a extended review of the Canon SX260 HS and Kodak Z980, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Kodak. The sensor resolution of the SX260 HS (12MP) and the Z980 (12MP) is pretty well matched and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX260 HS was introduced 3 years after the Z980 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick overview of how the SX260 HS grades versus the Z980 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS & Kodak EasyShare Z980. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX260 HS Gallery & Kodak Z980 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX260 HS offers physical dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Kodak Z980 has dimensions of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") accompanied by a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the SX260 HS and the Z980.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX260 HS and Z980 is 91 and 68 respectively.

Normally, its hard to envision the difference between sensor sizes simply by looking at specs. The image below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX260 HS and Z980.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP and you can expect similar quality of photographs but you need to factor the age of the products into consideration. The newer SX260 HS will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.