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Kodak Sport vs Panasonic SZ7

Portability
92
Imaging
35
Features
13
Overall
26
Kodak EasyShare Sport front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 front
Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
41
Overall
38

Kodak Sport vs Panasonic SZ7 Key Specs

Kodak Sport
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 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
  • Introduced January 2011
Panasonic SZ7
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
  • 133g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
  • Launched January 2012
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Kodak Sport vs Panasonic SZ7 Overview

Below, we will be matching up the Kodak Sport vs Panasonic SZ7, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Kodak and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Sport (12MP) and the SZ7 (14MP) is relatively similar and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Sport was released 12 months prior to the SZ7 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a short summary of how the Sport grades vs the SZ7 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Kodak Sport over the Panasonic SZ7

 Sport SZ7 

Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ7 over the Kodak Sport

 SZ7 Sport 
LaunchedJanuary 2012January 2011Fresher by 12 months
Screen dimension3"2.4"Bigger screen (+0.6")
Screen resolution460k112kClearer screen (+348k dot)

Common features in the Kodak Sport and Panasonic SZ7

 Sport SZ7 
Manually focus No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch screen Lacking Touch screen

Kodak Sport vs Panasonic SZ7 Physical Comparison

If you're intending to carry your camera, you should think about its weight and size. The Kodak Sport has got external dimensions of 147mm x 58mm x 23mm (5.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ7 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the Sport against the SZ7.

Kodak Sport vs Panasonic SZ7 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Sport and SZ7 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Kodak Sport vs Panasonic SZ7 top view buttons comparison

Kodak Sport vs Panasonic SZ7 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing simply by going over specifications. The photograph underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Sport and SZ7.

Plainly, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Panasonic SZ7 to offer greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older Sport is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Kodak Sport vs Panasonic SZ7 sensor size comparison

Kodak Sport vs Panasonic SZ7 Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak Sport vs Panasonic SZ7 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Kodak Sport
Portrait photography with Panasonic SZ7
26
features face detect focus
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
no external flash support
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
33
MP count good (14MP)
features face detection focus
no manual focus
manual mode not possible
can't use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Kodak Sport as a Street photography camera
Panasonic SZ7 as a Street photography camera
52
weather proof
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
max ISO too low (1,250)
63
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others in class (133 grams)
fixed screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Kodak Sport as a Sports photography camera
Panasonic SZ7 as a Sports photography camera
23
weather proof
can't change focal length (35mm)
max shutter speed is low (1/1,400s)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
43
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (14MP)
features tracking autofocus
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Kodak Sport as a Travel photography camera
Panasonic SZ7 as a Travel photography camera
57
weather proof
flash built-in
lack of Timelapse recording
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
70
lighter than others in class (133g)
MP count good (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
decently wide (25mm)
long reach (250mm)
doesn't have Timelapse recording
does not contain selfie friendly display
slow max aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Kodak Sport Landscape photography features
Panasonic SZ7 Landscape photography features
27
weather proof
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
tiny screen (2.4 inch)
no manual control
no image stabilization
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
max ISO too low (1,250)
has no RAW format
lack of Timelapse recording
42
decently wide (25mm)
screen size is good (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
manual mode not possible
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
doesn't have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Kodak Sport
Vlogging with Panasonic SZ7
25
features face detect focus
slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
video resolution low (640 x 480 resolution)
lack of microphone jack
35
decently wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
features face detection focus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than others in class (133g)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
does not contain selfie friendly display
doesn't have external microphone jack
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Kodak Sport vs Panasonic SZ7 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak Sport and Panasonic SZ7
 Kodak EasyShare SportPanasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7
General Information
Brand Kodak Panasonic
Model type Kodak EasyShare Sport Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7
Class Waterproof Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2011-01-04 2012-01-09
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 1250 6400
Minimum native ISO 80 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points - 23
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 35mm (1x) 25-250mm (10.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.0 f/3.1-5.9
Macro focusing range - 4cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.4 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 112 thousand dot 460 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Display tech TFT color LCD TFT Color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8 seconds 8 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/1400 seconds 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shutter speed - 10.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 2.40 m (@ ISO 360) 5.60 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 640 x 480 (30fps) 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, AVCHD
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 175g (0.39 pounds) 133g (0.29 pounds)
Dimensions 147 x 58 x 23mm (5.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 life - 220 pictures
Form of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID 2 x AA -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Retail price $155 $199