Kodak Z5120 vs Nikon A900
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Kodak Z5120 vs Nikon A900 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 445g - 124 x 91 x 105mm
- Announced January 2012
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-840mm (F3.4-6.9) lens
- 289g - 113 x 67 x 40mm
- Launched February 2016
- Updated by Nikon A1000

Kodak Z5120 vs Nikon A900 Overview
Below, we will be evaluating the Kodak Z5120 and Nikon A900, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Kodak and Nikon. The image resolution of the Z5120 (16MP) and the A900 (20MP) is pretty similar and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The Z5120 was released 5 years before the A900 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Kodak Z5120 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon A900 being a Compact camera.
Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the Z5120 scores vs the A900 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Kodak Z5120 vs Nikon A900 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Z5120 & Nikon Coolpix A900. The complete galleries are available at Kodak Z5120 Gallery & Nikon A900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z5120 over the Nikon A900
Z5120 | A900 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Nikon A900 over the Kodak Z5120
A900 | Z5120 | |||
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Launched | February 2016 | ![]() | January 2012 | More modern by 50 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z5120 and Nikon A900
Z5120 | A900 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch screen |
Kodak Z5120 vs Nikon A900 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Kodak Z5120 offers physical measurements of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) while the Nikon A900 has sizing of 113mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") along with a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs).
Compare the Kodak Z5120 and Nikon A900 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at the time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the Z5120 vs the A900.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Z5120 and A900 is 68 and 88 respectively.

Kodak Z5120 vs Nikon A900 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes just by reviewing specifications. The pic here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Z5120 and A900.
To sum up, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Nikon A900 to deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more aged Z5120 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Kodak Z5120 vs Nikon A900 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak Z5120 vs Nikon A900 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z5120 | Nikon Coolpix A900 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Kodak | Nikon |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z5120 | Nikon Coolpix A900 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2012-01-10 | 2016-02-23 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 16 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 2456 | 5184 x 3888 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | 24-840mm (35.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/3.4-6.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 16s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames per second | 7.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.90 m | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p, 25p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 445 grams (0.98 lb) | 289 grams (0.64 lb) |
Dimensions | 124 x 91 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") | 113 x 67 x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 300 photographs |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $200 | $400 |