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Kodak Z5120 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS

Portability
68
Imaging
39
Features
42
Overall
40
Kodak EasyShare Z5120 front
 
Olympus SZ-16 iHS front
Portability
89
Imaging
40
Features
36
Overall
38

Kodak Z5120 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS Key Specs

Kodak Z5120
(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
Olympus SZ-16 iHS
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
  • 226g - 108 x 70 x 40mm
  • Launched January 2013
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Kodak Z5120 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS Overview

In this article, we will be looking at the Kodak Z5120 versus Olympus SZ-16 iHS, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Olympus. The image resolution of the Z5120 (16MP) and the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) is relatively close and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Z5120 was announced 12 months prior to the SZ-16 iHS which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Kodak Z5120 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SZ-16 iHS being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the Z5120 grades versus the SZ-16 iHS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Kodak Z5120 over the Olympus SZ-16 iHS

 Z5120 SZ-16 iHS 
Focus manually Very exact focus

Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-16 iHS over the Kodak Z5120

 SZ-16 iHS Z5120 
LaunchedJanuary 2013January 2012More modern by 12 months
Screen resolution460k230kCrisper screen (+230k dot)

Common features in the Kodak Z5120 and Olympus SZ-16 iHS

 Z5120 SZ-16 iHS 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing3"3"Equivalent screen measurements
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch screen Neither provides Touch screen

Kodak Z5120 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS Physical Comparison

For those who are going to carry around your camera, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Kodak Z5120 provides outer 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 Olympus SZ-16 iHS has measurements of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Examine the Kodak Z5120 versus Olympus SZ-16 iHS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the Z5120 and the SZ-16 iHS.

Kodak Z5120 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z5120 and SZ-16 iHS is 68 and 89 respectively.

Kodak Z5120 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS top view buttons comparison

Kodak Z5120 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is tough to see the difference in sensor sizes simply by researching specifications. The image underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z5120 and SZ-16 iHS.

To sum up, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of images but you really should take the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged Z5120 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Kodak Z5120 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS sensor size comparison

Kodak Z5120 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak Z5120 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Kodak Z5120 Portrait photography highlights
Olympus SZ-16 iHS Portrait photography highlights
50
manual focus
MP count decent (16MP)
supports face detection autofocus
supports RAW formats
can't use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
35
decent MP (16 megapixels)
has face detect focusing
no manual focus
no manual control
can't use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Street Comparison

Kodak Z5120 Street photography details
Olympus SZ-16 iHS Street photography details
55
image stabilization (Optical)
supports RAW formats
fixed screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
61
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than average (226g)
screen does not articulate
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Kodak Z5120 Sports photography information
Olympus SZ-16 iHS Sports photography information
44
incredible zoom range (26-676mm 26.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
max frames per second low (6.0 frames per second)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
42
excellent zoom range (25-600mm 24.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
has tracking focus
continuous shooting slow (2.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
not so great battery pack (220 shots)
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Kodak Z5120
Travel photography with Olympus SZ-16 iHS
57
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
really wide (26mm)
great reach (676mm)
lack of Timelapse function
does not contain selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
65
lighter than average (226 grams)
decent MP (16MP)
flash built-in
rather wide (25mm)
great reach (600mm)
lack of Timelapse function
not so great battery pack (220 shots)
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.0)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Kodak Z5120
Landscape photography with Olympus SZ-16 iHS
52
manual focus
really wide (26mm)
screen is a decent size (3 inches)
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (16MP)
supports RAW formats
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of Timelapse function
41
rather wide (25mm)
screen size is good (3")
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent MP (16MP)
no manual focus
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.0)
no manual control
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
not so great battery pack (220 CIPA)
lack of Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Kodak Z5120 Vlogging factors
Olympus SZ-16 iHS Vlogging factors
26
really wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detection autofocus
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of external microphone jack
31
rather wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
has face detect focusing
lighter than average (226g)
sluggish max aperture (f3.0)
screen is not selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of microphone port
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Kodak Z5120 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak Z5120 and Olympus SZ-16 iHS
 Kodak EasyShare Z5120Olympus SZ-16 iHS
General Information
Brand Name Kodak Olympus
Model type Kodak EasyShare Z5120 Olympus SZ-16 iHS
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Introduced 2012-01-10 2013-01-08
Body design SLR-like (bridge) Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD 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 -
Max resolution 4608 x 2456 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 6400 6400
Lowest native ISO 125 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 26-676mm (26.0x) 25-600mm (24.0x)
Maximum aperture f/2.8-5.6 f/3.0-6.9
Macro focusing distance 1cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3" 3"
Screen resolution 230k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen tech - TFT Color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 16 secs 4 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter speed 6.0fps 2.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 8.90 m -
Flash settings Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file 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
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 445g (0.98 pounds) 226g (0.50 pounds)
Dimensions 124 x 91 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") 108 x 70 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6")
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 - 220 pictures
Battery form - Battery Pack
Battery ID 4 x AA LI-50B
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots One One
Launch cost $200 $230