Fujifilm X20 vs Kodak Z980
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Fujifilm X20 vs Kodak Z980 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F2.0-2.8) lens
- 353g - 117 x 70 x 57mm
- Launched April 2013
- Old Model is Fujifilm X10
- Successor is Fujifilm X30
(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 X20 vs Kodak Z980 Overview
Let's look more in depth at the Fujifilm X20 vs Kodak Z980, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors FujiFilm and Kodak. The resolution of the Fujifilm X20 (12MP) and the Z980 (12MP) is fairly comparable but the Fujifilm X20 (2/3") and Z980 (1/2.3") provide different sensor measurements.

The Fujifilm X20 was launched 4 years after the Z980 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the Fujifilm X20 grades vs the Z980 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm X20 vs Kodak Z980 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X20 & Kodak EasyShare Z980. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm X20 Gallery & Kodak Z980 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X20 over the Kodak Z980
Fujifilm X20 | Z980 | |||
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Launched | April 2013 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 53 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 201k | Crisper display (+259k dot) |
Reasons to pick Kodak Z980 over the Fujifilm X20
Z980 | Fujifilm X20 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.8" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Fujifilm X20 and Kodak Z980
Fujifilm X20 | Z980 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm X20 vs Kodak Z980 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X20 has got external measurements of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") with a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Kodak Z980 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).
See the Fujifilm X20 vs Kodak Z980 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X20 against the Z980.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X20 and Z980 is 83 and 68 respectively.

Fujifilm X20 vs Kodak Z980 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be hard to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by going through a spec sheet. The image underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X20 and Z980.
As you can see, the two cameras come with the identical megapixel count but different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X20 has got the larger sensor which is going to make getting bokeh simpler. The fresher Fujifilm X20 provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X20 vs Kodak Z980 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X20 vs Kodak Z980 Specifications
Fujifilm X20 | Kodak EasyShare Z980 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Kodak |
Model | Fujifilm X20 | Kodak EasyShare Z980 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2013-04-29 | 2009-01-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | EXR Processor II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | CCD |
Sensor size | 2/3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 8.8 x 6.6mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 58.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.0-2.8 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 4.1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.8 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dots | 201 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (tunnel) | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | 85% | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 16 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 12.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated 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 | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/1000 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | 353 gr (0.78 pounds) | 445 gr (0.98 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 70 x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") | 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 | 270 pictures | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-50 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $500 | $249 |