Kodak Z5120 vs Pentax XG-1
68 Imaging
39 Features
42 Overall
40
66 Imaging
41 Features
37 Overall
39
Kodak Z5120 vs Pentax XG-1 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1248mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 567g - 119 x 89 x 98mm
- Announced July 2014
Kodak Z5120 vs Pentax XG-1 Overview
Let's take a deeper look at the Kodak Z5120 and Pentax XG-1, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Pentax. The resolution of the Z5120 (16MP) and the XG-1 (16MP) is very close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Nikon Coolpix camera search on Google skyrockets by 8,500%The Z5120 was manufactured 3 years before the XG-1 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the Z5120 matches up vs the XG-1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Kodak Z5120 vs Pentax XG-1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare Z5120 and Pentax XG-1. The entire galleries are available at Kodak Z5120 Gallery and Pentax XG-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z5120 over the Pentax XG-1
Z5120 | XG-1 |
---|
Reasons to pick Pentax XG-1 over the Kodak Z5120
XG-1 | Z5120 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Announced | July 2014 | January 2012 | More recent by 30 months | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z5120 and Pentax XG-1
Z5120 | XG-1 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manual focus | More precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Kodak Z5120 vs Pentax XG-1 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and volume. The Kodak Z5120 comes with external measurements of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") along with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) while the Pentax XG-1 has sizing of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs).
Compare the Kodak Z5120 and Pentax XG-1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the Z5120 and the XG-1.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z5120 and XG-1 is 68 and 66 respectively.
Kodak Z5120 vs Pentax XG-1 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very tough to picture the difference in sensor measurements purely by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Z5120 and XG-1.
Clearly, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical MP and you should expect comparable quality of files however you need to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The older Z5120 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
Kodak Z5120 vs Pentax XG-1 Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Street Comparison
Sports Comparison
Travel Comparison
Landscape Comparison
Vlogging Comparison
Kodak Z5120 vs Pentax XG-1 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z5120 | Pentax XG-1 | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Brand Name | Kodak | Pentax |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z5120 | Pentax XG-1 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2012-01-10 | 2014-07-15 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 2456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
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) | 24-1248mm (52.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/2.8-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 200 thousand dots |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 16s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames per sec | 9.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.90 m | 6.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Force Off, Flash Auto, Force Flash, Slow Sync., Slow Sync. + Red-Eye, Red-Eye Reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
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 grams (0.98 lb) | 567 grams (1.25 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 91 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") | 119 x 89 x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - | 240 photos |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | LB-060 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $200 | $599 |