Casio EX-ZR300 vs Kodak Z980

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Casio EX-ZR300 and Kodak Z980, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Casio and Kodak. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the EX-ZR300 (16MP) and Z980 (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR300 was brought out 3 years later than the Z980 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief view of how the EX-ZR300 matches up vs the Z980 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 & Kodak EasyShare Z980. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR300 Gallery & Kodak Z980 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR300 comes with physical measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Kodak Z980 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).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the EX-ZR300 and the Z980.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR300 and Z980 is 92 and 68 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to picture the gap between sensor measurements merely by looking at specifications. The photograph below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR300 and Z980.

Plainly, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can anticipate the Casio EX-ZR300 to resolve extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics far more aggressively. The more modern EX-ZR300 provides an edge in sensor technology.