Kodak Z5120 vs Olympus SZ-10

In this article, we are reviewing the Kodak Z5120 and Olympus SZ-10, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Kodak and Olympus. The resolution of the Z5120 (16MP) and the SZ-10 (14MP) is very close and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Z5120 was unveiled 12 months after the SZ-10 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer different body type with the Kodak Z5120 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SZ-10 being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the Z5120 grades vs the SZ-10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare Z5120 and Olympus SZ-10. The full galleries are available at Kodak Z5120 Gallery and Olympus SZ-10 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Kodak Z5120 has exterior dimensions of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") having a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) whilst the Olympus SZ-10 has dimensions of 106mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).

Analyze the Kodak Z5120 and Olympus SZ-10 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the Z5120 and the SZ-10.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z5120 and SZ-10 is 68 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizes merely by viewing specs. The picture here should provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z5120 and SZ-10.

All in all, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Kodak Z5120 to result in greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics far more aggressively. The younger Z5120 should have a benefit in sensor tech.