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Fujifilm T550 vs Kodak Z980

Portability
95
Imaging
39
Features
40
Overall
39
Fujifilm FinePix T550 front
 
Kodak EasyShare Z980 front
Portability
68
Imaging
34
Features
40
Overall
36

Fujifilm T550 vs Kodak Z980 Key Specs

Fujifilm T550
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-288mm (F) lens
  • 136g - 99 x 57 x 26mm
  • Launched January 2013
Kodak Z980
(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
  • Introduced January 2009
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Fujifilm T550 vs Kodak Z980 Overview

In this article, we are evaluating the Fujifilm T550 versus Kodak Z980, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Kodak. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm T550 (16MP) and Z980 (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The Fujifilm T550 was revealed 4 years after the Z980 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short introduction of how the Fujifilm T550 matches up against the Z980 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm T550 over the Kodak Z980

 Fujifilm T550 Z980 
IntroducedJanuary 2013January 2009More modern by 49 months
Display resolution230k201kSharper display (+29k dot)

Reasons to pick Kodak Z980 over the Fujifilm T550

 Z980 Fujifilm T550 
Focus manually Dial precise focus

Common features in the Fujifilm T550 and Kodak Z980

 Fujifilm T550 Z980 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing3"3"Equivalent display measurements
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch display Missing Touch display

Fujifilm T550 vs Kodak Z980 Physical Comparison

If you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm T550 enjoys external measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Kodak Z980 has sizing of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") and a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm T550 versus Kodak Z980 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using during that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm T550 vs the Z980.

Fujifilm T550 vs Kodak Z980 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm T550 and Z980 is 95 and 68 respectively.

Fujifilm T550 vs Kodak Z980 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm T550 vs Kodak Z980 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes just by looking through technical specs. The picture underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm T550 and Z980.

As you can tell, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the Fujifilm T550 to result in extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm T550 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

Fujifilm T550 vs Kodak Z980 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm T550 vs Kodak Z980 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm T550 vs Kodak Z980 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm T550 as a Portrait photography camera
Kodak Z980 as a Portrait photography camera
34
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
comes with face detection focusing
no manual focus
manual mode not possible
can't use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
40
you can focus manually
saves RAW formats
low MP (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm T550 Street photography details
Kodak Z980 Street photography details
63
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (136g)
no moving screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
54
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
saves RAW formats
screen is fixed
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm T550 as a Sports photography camera
Kodak Z980 as a Sports photography camera
44
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
comes with tracking autofocus
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
33
great zoom range (26-624mm 24.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow fps (1.0 frames/s)
low MP (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm T550 as a Travel photography camera
Kodak Z980 as a Travel photography camera
75
lighter than competition in class (136 grams)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
flash built-in
reasonably wide (24mm)
great zoom (288mm)
great maximum aperture (f)
no Time Lapse function
does not posses selfie friendly screen
51
built-in flash
rather wide (26mm)
long reach (624mm)
does not have Timelapse mode
low MP (12MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm T550 Landscape photography information
Kodak Z980 Landscape photography information
47
reasonably wide (24mm)
great maximum aperture (f)
screen size is decent (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
no manual focus
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
manual mode not possible
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
no Time Lapse function
45
you can focus manually
rather wide (26mm)
screen size is good (3")
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
saves RAW formats
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
low MP (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm T550 Vlogging advice
Kodak Z980 Vlogging advice
35
reasonably wide (24mm)
great maximum aperture (f)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detection focusing
lighter than competition in class (136g)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pixels)
no external mic support
23
rather wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is not selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have external microphone jack
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Fujifilm T550 vs Kodak Z980 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm T550 and Kodak Z980
 Fujifilm FinePix T550Kodak EasyShare Z980
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Kodak
Model type Fujifilm FinePix T550 Kodak EasyShare Z980
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Launched 2013-01-07 2009-01-05
Body design Compact 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 16 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4608 x 3440 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 3200 6400
Min native ISO 100 64
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous AF
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points - 25
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-288mm (12.0x) 26-624mm (24.0x)
Maximum aperture - f/2.8-5.0
Macro focusing distance - 10cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inches 3 inches
Screen resolution 230 thousand dot 201 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8 secs 16 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting speed - 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance - 6.30 m
Flash modes - Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
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)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format H.264, Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone input
Headphone input
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 seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 136 grams (0.30 lbs) 445 grams (0.98 lbs)
Dimensions 99 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") 124 x 91 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery ID - 4 x AA
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage - SD/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots One One
Cost at launch $160 $249