Kodak Z5120 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
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Kodak Z5120 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 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
- Launched January 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 283g - 133 x 71 x 19mm
- Released January 2014

Kodak Z5120 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Overview
On this page, we will be contrasting the Kodak Z5120 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Samsung. The image resolution of the Z5120 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The Z5120 was manufactured 24 months prior to the Galaxy Camera 2 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Kodak Z5120 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 being a Compact camera.
Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a brief overview of how the Z5120 matches up vs the Galaxy Camera 2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Kodak Z5120 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare Z5120 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The entire galleries are available at Kodak Z5120 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z5120 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
Z5120 | Galaxy Camera 2 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 over the Kodak Z5120
Galaxy Camera 2 | Z5120 | |||
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Released | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2012 | More recent by 24 months |
Screen dimensions | 4.8" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+1.8") |
Screen resolution | 1037k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+807k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Kodak Z5120 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
Z5120 | Galaxy Camera 2 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Kodak Z5120 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Kodak Z5120 comes with outer measurements of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has proportions of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).
Examine the Kodak Z5120 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the Z5120 and the Galaxy Camera 2.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z5120 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 68 and 90 respectively.

Kodak Z5120 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be difficult to imagine the gap in sensor measurements only by researching specs. The graphic underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z5120 and Galaxy Camera 2.
All in all, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of files however you should take the launch date of the cameras into account. The older Z5120 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

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Kodak Z5120 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z5120 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Kodak | Samsung |
Model | Kodak EasyShare Z5120 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2012-01-10 | 2014-01-02 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | 1.6GHz Quad-Core Exynos |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-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 | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 2456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 4.8 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 1,037 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 16s | 16s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 8.90 m | 3.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, fill-in, slow sync, flash off, redeye fix |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 445g (0.98 pounds) | 283g (0.62 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 91 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") | 133 x 71 x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 400 shots |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | Built-in |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 5, or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $200 | $400 |