Fujifilm S8500 vs Kodak Z5120

In this article, we are evaluating the Fujifilm S8500 and Kodak Z5120, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Kodak. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S8500 (16MP) and the Z5120 (16MP) is fairly close and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8500 was manufactured 13 months after the Z5120 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm S8500 matches up against the Z5120 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S8500 and Kodak EasyShare Z5120. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm S8500 Gallery and Kodak Z5120 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm S8500 offers external measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") and a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) and the Kodak Z5120 has proportions of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") accompanied by a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm S8500 and Kodak Z5120 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm S8500 versus the Z5120.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S8500 and Z5120 is 61 and 68 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions only by looking through technical specs. The pic underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S8500 and Z5120.

As you can tell, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP and you should expect comparable quality of photographs however you will need to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The younger Fujifilm S8500 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.