Kodak Sport vs Sony G3
92 Imaging
36 Features
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94 Imaging
33 Features
30 Overall
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Kodak Sport vs Sony G3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.4" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1250
- 640 x 480 video
- 35mm (F3.0) lens
- 175g - 147 x 58 x 23mm
- Released January 2011
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 185g - 97 x 59 x 22mm
- Released January 2009
Kodak Sport vs Sony G3 Overview
Let's look a little more closely at the Kodak Sport and Sony G3, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Kodak and Sony. The resolution of the Sport (12MP) and the G3 (10MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe Sport was announced 2 years later than the G3 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a short view of how the Sport matches up vs the G3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Kodak Sport vs Sony G3 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare Sport and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3. The whole galleries are provided at Kodak Sport Gallery and Sony G3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Sport over the Sony G3
Sport | G3 | |||
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Released | January 2011 | January 2009 | More recent by 25 months |
Reasons to pick Sony G3 over the Kodak Sport
G3 | Sport | |||
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Focus manually | More exact focus | |||
Display dimensions | 3.5" | 2.4" | Larger display (+1.1") | |
Display resolution | 921k | 112k | Sharper display (+809k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Kodak Sport and Sony G3
Sport | G3 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen |
Kodak Sport vs Sony G3 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Kodak Sport has got physical measurements of 147mm x 58mm x 23mm (5.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Sony G3 has measurements of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
See the Kodak Sport and Sony G3 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the Sport and the G3.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Sport and G3 is 92 and 94 respectively.
Kodak Sport vs Sony G3 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements only by reading specifications. The graphic below may provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Sport and G3.
Plainly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Kodak Sport to offer extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more recent Sport should have an edge in sensor tech.
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Kodak Sport vs Sony G3 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Sport | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Kodak | Sony |
Model | Kodak EasyShare Sport | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2011-01-04 | 2009-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1250 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35mm (1x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0 | f/3.5-10.0 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.4 inch | 3.5 inch |
Screen resolution | 112k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 1 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/1000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 2.40 m (@ ISO 360) | 4.30 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30fps) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | 175 grams (0.39 lbs) | 185 grams (0.41 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 147 x 58 x 23mm (5.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 97 x 59 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
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 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 | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $155 | $200 |