Canon SX620 HS vs Kodak Z5120

Following is a comprehensive review of the Canon SX620 HS and Kodak Z5120, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Kodak. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the SX620 HS (20MP) and Z5120 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX620 HS was revealed 4 years after the Z5120 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX620 HS being a Compact camera and the Kodak Z5120 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a short highlight of how the SX620 HS matches up vs the Z5120 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX620 HS & Kodak EasyShare Z5120. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX620 HS Gallery & Kodak Z5120 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX620 HS provides external measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Kodak Z5120 has measurements of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") along with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs).

Check the Canon SX620 HS and Kodak Z5120 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the SX620 HS vs the Z5120.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SX620 HS and Z5120 is 93 and 68 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading technical specs. The picture underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX620 HS and Z5120.

As you have seen, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can anticipate the Canon SX620 HS to offer you greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos far more aggressively. The more recent SX620 HS provides an advantage in sensor tech.