Kodak Z5120 vs Olympus SH-50

Below is a detailed analysis of the Kodak Z5120 and Olympus SH-50, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Kodak and Olympus. The resolution of the Z5120 (16MP) and the SH-50 (16MP) is very close and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Z5120 was launched 12 months earlier than the SH-50 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Kodak Z5120 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SH-50 being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the Z5120 scores versus the SH-50 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare Z5120 and Olympus SH-50. The complete galleries are provided at Kodak Z5120 Gallery and Olympus SH-50 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Kodak Z5120 has external 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 Olympus SH-50 has dimensions of 112mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the Z5120 against the SH-50.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Z5120 and SH-50 is 68 and 88 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to visualize the difference in sensor measurements simply by researching a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z5120 and SH-50.

Clearly, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of images though you should really take the release date of the cameras into account. The older Z5120 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.