Canon SX710 HS vs Kodak Z990

Here is a detailed review of the Canon SX710 HS versus Kodak Z990, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Kodak. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX710 HS (20MP) and Z990 (12MP) but they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX710 HS was manufactured 4 years later than the Z990 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX710 HS being a Compact camera and the Kodak Z990 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going through a complete comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the SX710 HS scores vs the Z990 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX710 HS and Kodak EasyShare Z990. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX710 HS Gallery and Kodak Z990 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX710 HS enjoys exterior dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") along with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Kodak Z990 has dimensions of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX710 HS versus Kodak Z990 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the SX710 HS against the Z990.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SX710 HS and Z990 is 89 and 68 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing simply by researching specs. The photograph here might give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX710 HS and Z990.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should count on the Canon SX710 HS to result in more detail due to its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The newer SX710 HS provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.