Canon SX540 HS vs Kodak Z990
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Canon SX540 HS vs Kodak Z990 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F3.4-6.5) lens
- 442g - 120 x 82 x 92mm
- Announced January 2016
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-840mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 445g - 124 x 91 x 105mm
- Revealed January 2011
- Additionally referred to as EasyShare Max

Canon SX540 HS vs Kodak Z990 Overview
In this article, we will be reviewing the Canon SX540 HS versus Kodak Z990, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and Kodak. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the SX540 HS (20MP) and Z990 (12MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SX540 HS was unveiled 5 years after the Z990 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the SX540 HS grades vs the Z990 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX540 HS vs Kodak Z990 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX540 HS and Kodak EasyShare Z990. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX540 HS Gallery and Kodak Z990 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX540 HS over the Kodak Z990
SX540 HS | Z990 | |||
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Revealed | January 2016 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 61 months |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Kodak Z990 over the Canon SX540 HS
Z990 | SX540 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX540 HS and Kodak Z990
SX540 HS | Z990 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch screen |
Canon SX540 HS vs Kodak Z990 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX540 HS enjoys outer dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Kodak Z990 has specifications of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs).
Examine the Canon SX540 HS versus Kodak Z990 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the SX540 HS versus the Z990.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX540 HS and Z990 is 69 and 68 respectively.

Canon SX540 HS vs Kodak Z990 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions just by researching technical specs. The picture below might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX540 HS and Z990.
As you can tell, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Canon SX540 HS to result in extra detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots far more aggressively. The younger SX540 HS will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon SX540 HS vs Kodak Z990 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX540 HS vs Kodak Z990 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX540 HS | Kodak EasyShare Z990 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Kodak |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX540 HS | Kodak EasyShare Z990 |
Also referred to as | - | EasyShare Max |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2016-01-05 | 2011-01-04 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 28-840mm (30.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.4-6.5 | f/2.8-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 0cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 461 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 16s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.9 frames per second | 6.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 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 exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (30fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 442 gr (0.97 lb) | 445 gr (0.98 lb) |
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 All around 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 | 205 photos | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6LH | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $399 | $299 |