Kodak Z5120 vs Nikon A1000

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Kodak Z5120 versus Nikon A1000, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Kodak and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Z5120 (16MP) and the A1000 (16MP) is pretty similar and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Z5120 was launched 8 years earlier than the A1000 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Kodak Z5120 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon A1000 being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the Z5120 scores against the A1000 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Z5120 & Nikon Coolpix A1000. The complete galleries are provided at Kodak Z5120 Gallery & Nikon A1000 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Kodak Z5120 enjoys physical measurements of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") accompanied by a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) and the Nikon A1000 has measurements of 114mm x 72mm x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") along with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at the time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the Z5120 vs the A1000.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Z5120 and A1000 is 68 and 86 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading specifications. The pic below might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z5120 and A1000.

Plainly, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs though you might want to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged Z5120 is going to be behind in sensor tech.