Kodak Z5120 vs Nikon S810c
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Kodak Z5120 vs Nikon S810c Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 445g - 124 x 91 x 105mm
- Released January 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-6.3) lens
- 216g - 113 x 64 x 28mm
- Introduced April 2014

Kodak Z5120 vs Nikon S810c Overview
Its time to examine more closely at the Kodak Z5120 and Nikon S810c, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Z5120 (16MP) and the S810c (16MP) is fairly similar and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Z5120 was announced 3 years prior to the S810c which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Kodak Z5120 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S810c being a Compact camera.
Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summation of how the Z5120 scores versus the S810c with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Kodak Z5120 vs Nikon S810c Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare Z5120 & Nikon Coolpix S810c. The whole galleries are available at Kodak Z5120 Gallery & Nikon S810c Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z5120 over the Nikon S810c
Z5120 | S810c | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focus |
Reasons to pick Nikon S810c over the Kodak Z5120
S810c | Z5120 | |||
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Introduced | April 2014 | ![]() | January 2012 | Newer by 27 months |
Display sizing | 3.7" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.7") |
Display resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+999k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Kodak Z5120 and Nikon S810c
Z5120 | S810c | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen |
Kodak Z5120 vs Nikon S810c Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Kodak Z5120 provides outside measurements of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") and a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) while the Nikon S810c has specifications of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs).
Examine the Kodak Z5120 and Nikon S810c in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the Z5120 compared to the S810c.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Z5120 and S810c is 68 and 91 respectively.

Kodak Z5120 vs Nikon S810c Sensor Comparison
Usually, its tough to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing technical specs. The picture underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z5120 and S810c.
As you have seen, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP so you can expect similar quality of photographs but you should factor the age of the products into consideration. The more aged Z5120 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Kodak Z5120 vs Nikon S810c Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak Z5120 vs Nikon S810c Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z5120 | Nikon Coolpix S810c | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Kodak | Nikon |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z5120 | Nikon Coolpix S810c |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2012-01-10 | 2014-04-10 |
Body design | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 2456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/3.3-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 1,229 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 16s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0fps | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.90 m | 5.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
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 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 445 gr (0.98 lb) | 216 gr (0.48 lb) |
Dimensions | 124 x 91 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") | 113 x 64 x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") |
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 | - | 270 photographs |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | EN-EL23 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | microSD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $200 | $350 |