Canon SX540 HS vs Kodak Z5120
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Canon SX540 HS vs Kodak Z5120 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F3.4-6.5) lens
- 442g - 120 x 82 x 92mm
- Introduced January 2016
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 445g - 124 x 91 x 105mm
- Launched January 2012

Canon SX540 HS vs Kodak Z5120 Overview
Lets look much closer at the Canon SX540 HS and Kodak Z5120, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and Kodak. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the SX540 HS (20MP) and Z5120 (16MP) but they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The SX540 HS was revealed 4 years later than the Z5120 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the SX540 HS matches up against the Z5120 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SX540 HS vs Kodak Z5120 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX540 HS and Kodak EasyShare Z5120. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX540 HS Gallery and Kodak Z5120 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX540 HS over the Kodak Z5120
SX540 HS | Z5120 | |||
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Launched | January 2016 | ![]() | January 2012 | Fresher by 49 months |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Kodak Z5120 over the Canon SX540 HS
Z5120 | SX540 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX540 HS and Kodak Z5120
SX540 HS | Z5120 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Canon SX540 HS vs Kodak Z5120 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SX540 HS features exterior dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Kodak Z5120 has sizing of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") along with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs).
Analyze the Canon SX540 HS and Kodak Z5120 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the SX540 HS compared to the Z5120.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SX540 HS and Z5120 is 69 and 68 respectively.

Canon SX540 HS vs Kodak Z5120 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing simply by looking through specifications. The graphic underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX540 HS and Z5120.
Plainly, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon SX540 HS to render more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images much more aggressively. The newer SX540 HS should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

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Canon SX540 HS vs Kodak Z5120 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX540 HS | Kodak EasyShare Z5120 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Kodak |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX540 HS | Kodak EasyShare Z5120 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2016-01-05 | 2012-01-10 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4608 x 2456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.4-6.5 | f/2.8-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 0cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 461 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 16s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.9 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) | 8.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 442 grams (0.97 lbs) | 445 grams (0.98 lbs) |
Dimensions | 120 x 82 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") | 124 x 91 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 205 shots | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-6LH | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $399 | $200 |