Canon SX420 IS vs Kodak Z980

Lets look a little more closely at the Canon SX420 IS vs Kodak Z980, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Kodak. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the SX420 IS (20MP) and Z980 (12MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX420 IS was launched 7 years later than the Z980 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX420 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Kodak Z980 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the SX420 IS matches up against the Z980 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX420 IS and Kodak EasyShare Z980. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX420 IS Gallery and Kodak Z980 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera often, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX420 IS features outside dimensions of 104mm x 69mm x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) and the Kodak Z980 has measurements of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") accompanied by a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX420 IS vs Kodak Z980 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the SX420 IS vs the Z980.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX420 IS and Z980 is 80 and 68 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading specs. The visual below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX420 IS and Z980.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon SX420 IS to deliver more detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images more aggressively. The more modern SX420 IS should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.