Kodak Z5120 vs Panasonic FZ150
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Kodak Z5120 vs Panasonic FZ150 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
- Revealed January 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 528g - 124 x 82 x 92mm
- Launched April 2012
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Following is a extensive analysis of the Kodak Z5120 versus Panasonic FZ150, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Kodak and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the Z5120 (16MP) and FZ150 (12MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe Z5120 was manufactured 3 months earlier than the FZ150 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before getting through a full comparison, below is a concise summation of how the Z5120 matches up vs the FZ150 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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This is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare Z5120 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150. The entire galleries are provided at Kodak Z5120 Gallery and Panasonic FZ150 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z5120 over the Panasonic FZ150
| Z5120 | FZ150 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ150 over the Kodak Z5120
| FZ150 | Z5120 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
| Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) | |
| Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Kodak Z5120 and Panasonic FZ150
| Z5120 | FZ150 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2012 | April 2012 | Similar generation | |
| Manually focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
| Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display sizing | |
| Touch friendly display | No Touch friendly display |
Kodak Z5120 vs Panasonic FZ150 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Kodak Z5120 provides exterior dimensions of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") accompanied by a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ150 has dimensions of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs).
Examine the Kodak Z5120 versus Panasonic FZ150 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the Z5120 versus the FZ150.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z5120 and FZ150 is 68 and 67 respectively.
Kodak Z5120 vs Panasonic FZ150 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizes purely by reading a spec sheet. The image below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z5120 and FZ150.
Clearly, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Kodak Z5120 to deliver greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos much more aggressively.
Kodak Z5120 vs Panasonic FZ150 Screen and ViewFinder
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Kodak Z5120 vs Panasonic FZ150 Specifications
| Kodak EasyShare Z5120 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Kodak | Panasonic |
| Model | Kodak EasyShare Z5120 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Revealed | 2012-01-10 | 2012-04-11 |
| Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4608 x 2456 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 23 |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/2.8-5.2 |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
| Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
| Display resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
| Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 16 secs | 30 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames per sec | 12.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 8.90 m | 9.50 m |
| Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB 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 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
| Mic 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 proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 445 grams (0.98 lbs) | 528 grams (1.16 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 124 x 91 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") | 124 x 82 x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | 40 |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 19.4 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.9 |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | 132 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 410 shots |
| Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | 4 x AA | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Retail cost | $200 | $499 |