Kodak Z5120 vs Nikon L820
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![Kodak EasyShare Z5120 front Kodak EasyShare Z5120 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Kodak-EasyShare-Z5120/Kodak-Z5120-front.jpg)
![Nikon Coolpix L820 front Nikon Coolpix L820 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-L820/Nikon-L820-front.jpg)
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Kodak Z5120 vs Nikon L820 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
- Introduced January 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-675mm (F3.0-5.8) lens
- 470g - 111 x 76 x 85mm
- Launched January 2013
- Older Model is Nikon L810
- Replacement is Nikon L830
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Kodak Z5120 vs Nikon L820 Overview
Here, we are analyzing the Kodak Z5120 versus Nikon L820, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Kodak and Nikon. The resolution of the Z5120 (16MP) and the L820 (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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The Z5120 was unveiled 12 months prior to the L820 which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summary of how the Z5120 matches up versus the L820 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Kodak Z5120 vs Nikon L820 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare Z5120 & Nikon Coolpix L820. The full galleries are available at Kodak Z5120 Gallery & Nikon L820 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z5120 over the Nikon L820
Z5120 | L820 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus |
Reasons to pick Nikon L820 over the Kodak Z5120
L820 | Z5120 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2012 | Fresher by 12 months |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z5120 and Nikon L820
Z5120 | L820 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Kodak Z5120 vs Nikon L820 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Kodak Z5120 provides outside dimensions of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") along with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) while the Nikon L820 has proportions of 111mm x 76mm x 85mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") with a weight of 470 grams (1.04 lbs).
Check out the Kodak Z5120 versus Nikon L820 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the Z5120 vs the L820.
![Kodak Z5120 vs Nikon L820 size comparison Kodak Z5120 vs Nikon L820 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Kodak-EasyShare-Z5120-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-L820-size-comparison.jpg)
Using size and weight, the portability score of the Z5120 and L820 is 68 and 72 respectively.
![Kodak Z5120 vs Nikon L820 top view buttons comparison Kodak Z5120 vs Nikon L820 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Kodak-EasyShare-Z5120-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-L820-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Kodak Z5120 vs Nikon L820 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Z5120 and L820.
As you can see, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of images although you should really consider the age of the products into consideration. The older Z5120 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.
![Kodak Z5120 vs Nikon L820 sensor size comparison Kodak Z5120 vs Nikon L820 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Kodak-EasyShare-Z5120-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-L820-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Kodak Z5120 vs Nikon L820 Screen and ViewFinder
![Kodak Z5120 vs Nikon L820 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Kodak Z5120 vs Nikon L820 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Kodak-EasyShare-Z5120-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-L820-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Kodak Z5120 vs Nikon L820 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z5120 | Nikon Coolpix L820 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Kodak | Nikon |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z5120 | Nikon Coolpix L820 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2012-01-10 | 2013-01-29 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 2456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
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) | 23-675mm (29.3x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/3.0-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 16 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames per sec | 8.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.90 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | - |
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 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 445 grams (0.98 lbs) | 470 grams (1.04 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 91 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") | 111 x 76 x 85mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") |
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 | - | 320 shots |
Battery form | - | AA |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $200 | $192 |