Kodak Z5120 vs Panasonic ZS7
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Kodak Z5120 vs Panasonic ZS7 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 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 218g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Launched July 2011
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-TZ10
- Refreshed by Panasonic ZS8
Kodak Z5120 vs Panasonic ZS7 Overview
Below, we will be contrasting the Kodak Z5120 vs Panasonic ZS7, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Kodak and Panasonic. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the Z5120 (16MP) and ZS7 (12MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe Z5120 was unveiled 6 months later than the ZS7 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with different body type with the Kodak Z5120 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS7 being a Compact camera.
Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summation of how the Z5120 matches up versus the ZS7 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Kodak Z5120 vs Panasonic ZS7 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare Z5120 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7. The full galleries are provided at Kodak Z5120 Gallery and Panasonic ZS7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z5120 over the Panasonic ZS7
Z5120 | ZS7 | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS7 over the Kodak Z5120
ZS7 | Z5120 | |||
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Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z5120 and Panasonic ZS7
Z5120 | ZS7 | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | July 2011 | Same generation | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | No Touch screen |
Kodak Z5120 vs Panasonic ZS7 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera often, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Kodak Z5120 features exterior dimensions of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS7 has measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).
See the Kodak Z5120 vs Panasonic ZS7 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at the time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the Z5120 compared to the ZS7.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z5120 and ZS7 is 68 and 91 respectively.
Kodak Z5120 vs Panasonic ZS7 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its hard to imagine the difference in sensor measurements merely by researching specifications. The graphic here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z5120 and ZS7.
Plainly, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should count on the Kodak Z5120 to render greater detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively.
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Kodak Z5120 vs Panasonic ZS7 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z5120 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Kodak | Panasonic |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z5120 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ10 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2012-01-10 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine HD II |
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 | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 2456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 16s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.90 m | 5.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
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 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | AVCHD Lite |
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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 445 gr (0.98 pounds) | 218 gr (0.48 pounds) |
Dimensions | 124 x 91 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" 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 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 | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $200 | $350 |