Kodak Z5120 vs Panasonic SZ8

Here, we are analyzing the Kodak Z5120 and Panasonic SZ8, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Kodak and Panasonic. The resolution of the Z5120 (16MP) and the SZ8 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Z5120 was manufactured 24 months earlier than the SZ8 making them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Kodak Z5120 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic SZ8 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the Z5120 matches up against the SZ8 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare Z5120 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8. The entire galleries are viewable at Kodak Z5120 Gallery and Panasonic SZ8 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera often, you have to factor its weight and size. The Kodak Z5120 has external 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) while the Panasonic SZ8 has specifications of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Check the Kodak Z5120 and Panasonic SZ8 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the Z5120 against the SZ8.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z5120 and SZ8 is 68 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements just by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z5120 and SZ8.

As you can see, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs however you need to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The older Z5120 will be behind in sensor innovation.