Kodak Z5120 vs Sony HX7V

Following is a thorough overview of the Kodak Z5120 vs Sony HX7V, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Kodak and Sony. The resolution of the Z5120 (16MP) and the HX7V (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Z5120 was revealed 6 months after the HX7V which means that they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Kodak Z5120 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX7V being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the Z5120 grades vs the HX7V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare Z5120 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V. The full galleries are available at Kodak Z5120 Gallery & Sony HX7V Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Kodak Z5120 features 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 Sony HX7V has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Contrast the Kodak Z5120 vs Sony HX7V in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the Z5120 vs the HX7V.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Z5120 and HX7V is 68 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes just by checking specs. The image here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z5120 and HX7V.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs although you may want to take the launch date of the products into consideration.