Canon SX70 HS vs Kodak Z990

The following is a in-depth comparison of the Canon SX70 HS and Kodak Z990, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Kodak. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the SX70 HS (20MP) and Z990 (12MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX70 HS was released 7 years after the Z990 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the SX70 HS scores against the Z990 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX70 HS and Kodak EasyShare Z990. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX70 HS Gallery and Kodak Z990 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX70 HS enjoys outside dimensions of 127mm x 91mm x 117mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 4.6") along with a weight of 608 grams (1.34 lbs) and the Kodak Z990 has specifications 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 SX70 HS and Kodak Z990 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the SX70 HS against the Z990.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SX70 HS and Z990 is 63 and 68 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions purely by checking specs. The pic underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX70 HS and Z990.

All in all, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Canon SX70 HS to resolve greater detail as a result of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more recent SX70 HS is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.