FujiFilm S1600 vs Kodak Z5120

The following is a in depth assessment of the FujiFilm S1600 versus Kodak Z5120, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Kodak. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the S1600 (12MP) and Z5120 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S1600 was brought out 23 months before the Z5120 making them a generation away from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a brief summation of how the S1600 scores vs the Z5120 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix S1600 and Kodak EasyShare Z5120. The entire galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S1600 Gallery and Kodak Z5120 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm S1600 provides outside dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) and the Kodak Z5120 has dimensions of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") accompanied by a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm S1600 versus Kodak Z5120 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the S1600 against the Z5120.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S1600 and Z5120 is 78 and 68 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reading through specifications. The pic below may give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1600 and Z5120.

To sum up, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Kodak Z5120 to give you greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged S1600 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.