Kodak Z5120 vs Panasonic ZS15

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").

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.