Canon SX400 IS vs Kodak Z980
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Canon SX400 IS vs Kodak Z980 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-720mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
- 313g - 104 x 69 x 80mm
- Released July 2014
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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 SX400 IS vs Kodak Z980 Overview
On this page, we are reviewing the Canon SX400 IS vs Kodak Z980, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Kodak. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the SX400 IS (16MP) and Z980 (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The SX400 IS was brought out 5 years later than the Z980 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the SX400 IS scores against the Z980 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SX400 IS vs Kodak Z980 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX400 IS and Kodak EasyShare Z980. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX400 IS Gallery and Kodak Z980 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX400 IS over the Kodak Z980
SX400 IS | Z980 | |||
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Announced | July 2014 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 68 months |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 201k | Sharper display (+29k dot) |
Reasons to pick Kodak Z980 over the Canon SX400 IS
Z980 | SX400 IS | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing |
Common features in the Canon SX400 IS and Kodak Z980
SX400 IS | Z980 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lacking Touch display |
Canon SX400 IS vs Kodak Z980 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX400 IS has exterior dimensions of 104mm x 69mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs) while the Kodak Z980 has proportions of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") having a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs).
Check the Canon SX400 IS vs Kodak Z980 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the SX400 IS against the Z980.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX400 IS and Z980 is 81 and 68 respectively.

Canon SX400 IS vs Kodak Z980 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to visualise the gap between sensor measurements only by checking specifications. The visual here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX400 IS and Z980.
Plainly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon SX400 IS to give you more detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images more aggressively. The more modern SX400 IS is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Canon SX400 IS vs Kodak Z980 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX400 IS vs Kodak Z980 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX400 IS | Kodak EasyShare Z980 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Kodak |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX400 IS | Kodak EasyShare Z980 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2014-07-29 | 2009-01-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 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 | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.4-5.8 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focus range | 0cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 201k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 16s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | 6.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 313 gr (0.69 lb) | 445 gr (0.98 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 69 x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") | 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 | 190 images | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-11LH | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $229 | $249 |