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Kodak Z5120 vs Panasonic ZS15 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" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 208g - 105 x 58 x 33mm
- Introduced June 2012
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ25
- Updated by Panasonic ZS20
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In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Kodak Z5120 vs Panasonic ZS15, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Kodak and Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the Z5120 (16MP) and ZS15 (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe Z5120 was revealed 5 months prior to the ZS15 so they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Kodak Z5120 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS15 being a Compact camera.
Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summation of how the Z5120 matches up versus the ZS15 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare Z5120 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15. The full galleries are available at Kodak Z5120 Gallery & Panasonic ZS15 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z5120 over the Panasonic ZS15
| Z5120 | ZS15 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS15 over the Kodak Z5120
| ZS15 | Z5120 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z5120 and Panasonic ZS15
| Z5120 | ZS15 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | January 2012 |  | June 2012 | Similar age |
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither includes Touch screen |
Kodak Z5120 vs Panasonic ZS15 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to travel with your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Kodak Z5120 features exterior measurements of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") and a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS15 has measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).
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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have at that moment. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the Z5120 compared to the ZS15.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z5120 and ZS15 is 68 and 92 respectively.
Kodak Z5120 vs Panasonic ZS15 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is difficult to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions purely by looking at specifications. The image underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z5120 and ZS15.
Plainly, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can count on the Kodak Z5120 to resolve greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively.
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Kodak Z5120 vs Panasonic ZS15 Specifications
| Kodak EasyShare Z5120 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Kodak | Panasonic |
| Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z5120 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 |
| Also called | - | Lumix DMC-TZ25 |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Revealed | 2012-01-10 | 2012-06-29 |
| 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 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4608 x 2456 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Total focus points | - | 23 |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/3.3-5.9 |
| Macro focusing range | 1cm | 3cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 16s | 15s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
| Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 8.90 m | 6.40 m |
| Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| 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 seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 445 grams (0.98 pounds) | 208 grams (0.46 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 124 x 91 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") | 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
| 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 | - | 260 photographs |
| Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Cost at launch | $200 | $279 |