Kodak Z5120 vs Panasonic FZ28
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Kodak Z5120 vs Panasonic FZ28 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)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.4) lens
- 417g - 118 x 75 x 89mm
- Introduced January 2009

Kodak Z5120 vs Panasonic FZ28 Overview
The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Kodak Z5120 vs Panasonic FZ28, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Kodak and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the Z5120 (16MP) and FZ28 (10MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The Z5120 was introduced 3 years after the FZ28 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Kodak Z5120 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic FZ28 being a Compact camera.
Before diving through a full comparison, below is a simple summary of how the Z5120 matches up versus the FZ28 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Kodak Z5120 vs Panasonic FZ28 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare Z5120 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28. The whole galleries are available at Kodak Z5120 Gallery and Panasonic FZ28 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z5120 over the Panasonic FZ28
Z5120 | FZ28 | |||
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Introduced | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 37 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ28 over the Kodak Z5120
FZ28 | Z5120 |
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Common features in the Kodak Z5120 and Panasonic FZ28
Z5120 | FZ28 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Kodak Z5120 vs Panasonic FZ28 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Kodak Z5120 has got external measurements 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 Panasonic FZ28 has specifications of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") having a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs).
Check the Kodak Z5120 vs Panasonic FZ28 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the Z5120 against the FZ28.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z5120 and FZ28 is 68 and 72 respectively.

Kodak Z5120 vs Panasonic FZ28 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very tough to picture the gap in sensor dimensions only by going through specs. The picture below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Z5120 and FZ28.
As you can plainly see, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the Kodak Z5120 to provide greater detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos far more aggressively. The younger Z5120 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

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Kodak Z5120 vs Panasonic FZ28 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z5120 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Kodak | Panasonic |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z5120 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2012-01-10 | 2009-01-15 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 2456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | 27-486mm (18.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/2.8-4.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 16 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.90 m | 8.50 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, Red-Eye Auto, On, Red-Eye On, Red-Eye Slow Sync, Off, Slow Sync (1&2) |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
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, 848 x 480, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 @ 30fps, 320 x 240 @ 10fps |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 445 gr (0.98 pounds) | 417 gr (0.92 pounds) |
Dimensions | 124 x 91 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") | 118 x 75 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 27 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 17.9 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.1 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 79 |
Other | ||
Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $200 | $599 |