Kodak Z5120 vs Olympus SH-3
68 Imaging
39 Features
42 Overall
40


88 Imaging
41 Features
51 Overall
45
Kodak Z5120 vs Olympus SH-3 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
- Announced January 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 271g - 109 x 63 x 42mm
- Revealed February 2016
- Replaced the Olympus SH-2

Kodak Z5120 vs Olympus SH-3 Overview
Lets take a more detailed look at the Kodak Z5120 versus Olympus SH-3, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Kodak and Olympus. The resolution of the Z5120 (16MP) and the SH-3 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The Z5120 was unveiled 5 years earlier than the SH-3 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Kodak Z5120 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SH-3 being a Compact camera.
Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the Z5120 grades vs the SH-3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Kodak Z5120 vs Olympus SH-3 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare Z5120 and Olympus Stylus SH-3. The full galleries are provided at Kodak Z5120 Gallery and Olympus SH-3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z5120 over the Olympus SH-3
Z5120 | SH-3 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focus |
Reasons to pick Olympus SH-3 over the Kodak Z5120
SH-3 | Z5120 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Revealed | February 2016 | ![]() | January 2012 | Fresher by 49 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Kodak Z5120 and Olympus SH-3
Z5120 | SH-3 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Kodak Z5120 vs Olympus SH-3 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry your camera, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Kodak Z5120 enjoys outer measurements of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") having a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) and the Olympus SH-3 has sizing of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") having a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).
Contrast the Kodak Z5120 versus Olympus SH-3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the Z5120 vs the SH-3.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Z5120 and SH-3 is 68 and 88 respectively.

Kodak Z5120 vs Olympus SH-3 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing just by seeing specifications. The photograph here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Z5120 and SH-3.
Plainly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution so you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you should consider the production date of the cameras into account. The older Z5120 will be behind in sensor technology.

Kodak Z5120 vs Olympus SH-3 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Kodak Z5120 vs Olympus SH-3 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z5120 | Olympus Stylus SH-3 | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Brand | Kodak | Olympus |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z5120 | Olympus Stylus SH-3 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2012-01-10 | 2016-02-08 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | TruePic VII |
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 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 2456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/3.0-6.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 16s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames/s | 11.5 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.90 m | 8.30 m (at ISO 3200) |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 3840 x 2160 (15 fps), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 445 grams (0.98 pounds) | 271 grams (0.60 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 91 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") | 109 x 63 x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 380 pictures |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $200 | $579 |