Kodak Z5120 vs Sony H300
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Kodak Z5120 vs Sony H300 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)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-875mm (F3-5.9) lens
- 590g - 130 x 95 x 122mm
- Revealed February 2014
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In this article, we are looking at the Kodak Z5120 and Sony H300, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Kodak and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Z5120 (16MP) and the H300 (20MP) is very comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe Z5120 was brought out 3 years prior to the H300 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the Z5120 matches up against the H300 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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This is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare Z5120 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300. The entire galleries are available at Kodak Z5120 Gallery & Sony H300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z5120 over the Sony H300
| Z5120 | H300 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Sony H300 over the Kodak Z5120
| H300 | Z5120 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | February 2014 |  | January 2012 | More recent by 25 months |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z5120 and Sony H300
| Z5120 | H300 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither contains Touch display |
Kodak Z5120 vs Sony H300 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Kodak Z5120 has got exterior measurements of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") having a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) and the Sony H300 has measurements of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") with a weight of 590 grams (1.30 lbs).
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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose during that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the Z5120 and the H300.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Z5120 and H300 is 68 and 63 respectively.
Kodak Z5120 vs Sony H300 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its hard to imagine the difference in sensor measurements just by seeing technical specs. The graphic below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Z5120 and H300.
As you have seen, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can expect to see the Sony H300 to produce extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The older Z5120 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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Kodak Z5120 vs Sony H300 Specifications
| Kodak EasyShare Z5120 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Kodak | Sony |
| Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z5120 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300 |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Launched | 2012-01-10 | 2014-02-13 |
| Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | - | Bionz(R) |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| 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 | 20 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4608 x 2456 | 5152 x 3864 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | 25-875mm (35.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/3-5.9 |
| Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of display | 230k dots | 460k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Display technology | - | Clear Photo LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Viewfinder resolution | - | 201k dots |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 16 secs | 30 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | 6.0fps | 1.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 8.90 m | 8.80 m |
| Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off, Advanced Flash |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance 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) | 1280 x 720 (30p) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| 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 | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 445 grams (0.98 lbs) | 590 grams (1.30 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 124 x 91 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") | 130 x 95 x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") |
| 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 | - | 350 pictures |
| Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (Off, 10 sec, 2 sec, portrait1, portrait2) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick PRO Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Price at launch | $200 | $249 |