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Kodak C135 vs Panasonic ZS10

Portability
92
Imaging
37
Features
17
Overall
29
Kodak EasyShare C135 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 front
Portability
91
Imaging
37
Features
46
Overall
40

Kodak C135 vs Panasonic ZS10 Key Specs

Kodak C135
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.4" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1250
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35mm (F3.0) lens
  • 175g - 147 x 58 x 23mm
  • Revealed January 2012
Panasonic ZS10
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 219g - 105 x 58 x 33mm
  • Released January 2011
  • Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-TZ20 / Lumix DMC-TZ22
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Kodak C135 vs Panasonic ZS10 Overview

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Kodak C135 versus Panasonic ZS10, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Kodak and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the C135 (14MP) and the ZS10 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The C135 was revealed 12 months after the ZS10 which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a quick overview of how the C135 grades versus the ZS10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Kodak C135 over the Panasonic ZS10

 C135 ZS10 
ReleasedJanuary 2012January 2011Newer by 12 months

Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS10 over the Kodak C135

 ZS10 C135 
Screen dimensions3"2.4"Bigger screen (+0.6")
Screen resolution460k112kCrisper screen (+348k dot)
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Kodak C135 and Panasonic ZS10

 C135 ZS10 
Manual focus Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen

Kodak C135 vs Panasonic ZS10 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Kodak C135 enjoys physical dimensions of 147mm x 58mm x 23mm (5.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS10 has dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

Look at the Kodak C135 versus Panasonic ZS10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the C135 and the ZS10.

Kodak C135 vs Panasonic ZS10 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the C135 and ZS10 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Kodak C135 vs Panasonic ZS10 top view buttons comparison

Kodak C135 vs Panasonic ZS10 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it can be difficult to envision the gap between sensor dimensions purely by looking at specifications. The picture below may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the C135 and ZS10.

To sum up, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs although you need to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The younger C135 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

Kodak C135 vs Panasonic ZS10 sensor size comparison

Kodak C135 vs Panasonic ZS10 Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak C135 vs Panasonic ZS10 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Kodak C135 Portrait photography information
Panasonic ZS10 Portrait photography information
33
good resolution (14 megapixels)
offers face detect focusing
no manual focus
no manual control
can't use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
30
MP count good (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
can't use external flash
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Kodak C135 Street photography advice
Panasonic ZS10 Street photography advice
53
environment proofing
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
low maximum ISO (1,250)
65
has image stabilization (Optical)
supports focus via touch
lighter than competitors (219g)
no articulating screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Kodak C135
Sports photography with Panasonic ZS10
31
good resolution (14MP)
environment proofing
can't change focal length (35mm)
low max shutter speed (1/1,400 seconds)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
47
great zoom range (24-384mm 16.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (14 megapixels)
has tracking autofocus
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
low battery life (260 shots)
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Kodak C135
Travel photography with Panasonic ZS10
64
environment proofing
good resolution (14MP)
built-in flash
missing Timelapse function
does not contain selfie friendly display
slow max aperture (f3.0)
67
lighter than competitors (219g)
supports focus via touch
MP count good (14MP)
has built in flash
fairly wide (24mm)
great zoom (384mm)
does not have Time Lapse mode
low battery life (260 shots)
does not have a selfie friendly display
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Kodak C135 Landscape photography advice
Panasonic ZS10 Landscape photography advice
31
good resolution (14MP)
environment proofing
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.0)
screen is somewhat small (2.4")
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
low maximum ISO (1,250)
lack of RAW format
missing Timelapse function
42
fairly wide (24mm)
good sized screen (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
low battery life (260 per charge)
does not have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Kodak C135 Vlogging details
Panasonic ZS10 Vlogging details
25
offers face detect focusing
slow max aperture (f3.0)
does not contain selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
video quality not great (640 x 480 pxls)
missing microphone port
34
fairly wide (24mm)
touchscreen enabled
has image stabilization (Optical)
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competitors (219g)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
does not have a selfie friendly display
does not have external mic socket
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Kodak C135 vs Panasonic ZS10 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak C135 and Panasonic ZS10
 Kodak EasyShare C135Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10
General Information
Make Kodak Panasonic
Model Kodak EasyShare C135 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10
Also called - Lumix DMC-TZ20 / Lumix DMC-TZ22
Category Waterproof Small Sensor Superzoom
Revealed 2012-01-10 2011-01-25
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip - Venus Engine FHD
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 14MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4288 x 3216 4320 x 3240
Highest native ISO 1250 6400
Lowest native ISO 80 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points - 23
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35mm (1x) 24-384mm (16.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.0 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focus distance - 3cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.4 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 112k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Display technology TFT color LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8 seconds 60 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/1400 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate - 10.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 2.40 m (@ ISO 360) 5.00 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 640 x 480 (30fps) 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 640x480 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, AVCHD
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 BuiltIn
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 175 gr (0.39 lbs) 219 gr (0.48 lbs)
Physical dimensions 147 x 58 x 23mm (5.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3")
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 - 260 images
Battery type - Battery Pack
Battery model 2 x AA -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots One One
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