Kodak Z5120 vs Nikon S9100
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Kodak Z5120 vs Nikon S9100 Key Specs
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- 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
- Launched January 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 214g - 105 x 62 x 35mm
- Launched July 2011
- Later Model is Nikon S9300

Kodak Z5120 vs Nikon S9100 Overview
On this page, we are looking at the Kodak Z5120 versus Nikon S9100, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Nikon. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the Z5120 (16MP) and S9100 (12MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The Z5120 was launched 6 months after the S9100 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have different body design with the Kodak Z5120 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S9100 being a Compact camera.
Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the Z5120 grades vs the S9100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Kodak Z5120 vs Nikon S9100 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare Z5120 and Nikon Coolpix S9100. The complete galleries are available at Kodak Z5120 Gallery and Nikon S9100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z5120 over the Nikon S9100
Z5120 | S9100 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S9100 over the Kodak Z5120
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Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z5120 and Nikon S9100
Z5120 | S9100 | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | ![]() | July 2011 | Similar generation |
Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Kodak Z5120 vs Nikon S9100 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Kodak Z5120 offers physical dimensions of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") and a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) whilst the Nikon S9100 has specifications of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
Contrast the Kodak Z5120 versus Nikon S9100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Z5120 against the S9100.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Z5120 and S9100 is 68 and 91 respectively.

Kodak Z5120 vs Nikon S9100 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes just by reading specs. The image below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z5120 and S9100.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Kodak Z5120 to offer extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively.

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Kodak Z5120 vs Nikon S9100 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z5120 | Nikon Coolpix S9100 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Kodak | Nikon |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z5120 | Nikon Coolpix S9100 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2012-01-10 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Expeed C2 |
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 | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4608 x 2456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 160 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | 25-450mm (18.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 4cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 16 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.90 m | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance 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 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 445 gr (0.98 pounds) | 214 gr (0.47 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 91 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") | 105 x 62 x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") |
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 photos |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $200 | $329 |