Canon SX520 HS vs Kodak Z5120

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Canon SX520 HS and Kodak Z5120, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Kodak. The image resolution of the SX520 HS (16MP) and the Z5120 (16MP) is relatively similar and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX520 HS was launched 2 years later than the Z5120 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX520 HS being a Compact camera and the Kodak Z5120 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the SX520 HS scores vs the Z5120 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS and Kodak EasyShare Z5120. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX520 HS Gallery and Kodak Z5120 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX520 HS provides outside dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) and the Kodak Z5120 has dimensions of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") along with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs).

See the Canon SX520 HS and Kodak Z5120 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the SX520 HS and the Z5120.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SX520 HS and Z5120 is 69 and 68 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to see the gap between sensor sizing just by going over a spec sheet. The photograph here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX520 HS and Z5120.

Clearly, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP therefore you should expect similar quality of images though you would want to take the production date of the products into consideration. The newer SX520 HS is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.