FujiFilm S3200 vs Kodak Z980
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FujiFilm S3200 vs Kodak Z980 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-576mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 540g - 118 x 81 x 100mm
- Released January 2011
- Additionally referred to as FinePix S3250
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 445g - 124 x 91 x 105mm
- Launched January 2009

FujiFilm S3200 vs Kodak Z980 Overview
Its time to look a little more closely at the FujiFilm S3200 vs Kodak Z980, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Kodak. The image resolution of the S3200 (14MP) and the Z980 (12MP) is fairly well matched and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The S3200 was launched 2 years later than the Z980 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the FujiFilm S3200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Kodak Z980 being a Compact camera.
Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise overview of how the S3200 matches up vs the Z980 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

FujiFilm S3200 vs Kodak Z980 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix S3200 and Kodak EasyShare Z980. The complete galleries are provided at FujiFilm S3200 Gallery and Kodak Z980 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S3200 over the Kodak Z980
S3200 | Z980 | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 25 months |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 201k | Crisper display (+29k dot) |
Reasons to pick Kodak Z980 over the FujiFilm S3200
Z980 | S3200 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focusing |
Common features in the FujiFilm S3200 and Kodak Z980
S3200 | Z980 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch display |
FujiFilm S3200 vs Kodak Z980 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and size. The FujiFilm S3200 comes with physical measurements of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") having a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) while the Kodak Z980 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).
Contrast the FujiFilm S3200 vs Kodak Z980 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the S3200 versus the Z980.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S3200 and Z980 is 67 and 68 respectively.

FujiFilm S3200 vs Kodak Z980 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reading through technical specs. The graphic below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S3200 and Z980.
As you can tell, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should anticipate the FujiFilm S3200 to give you more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics much more aggressively. The more recent S3200 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.

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FujiFilm S3200 vs Kodak Z980 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S3200 | Kodak EasyShare Z980 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Kodak |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix S3200 | Kodak EasyShare Z980 |
Also Known as | FinePix S3250 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2009-01-05 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 25 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-576mm (24.0x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 201k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 16 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 6.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 540g (1.19 lbs) | 445g (0.98 lbs) |
Dimensions | 118 x 81 x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") | 124 x 91 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 images | - |
Type of battery | AA | - |
Battery model | 4 x AA | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $190 | $249 |