Kodak Z915 vs Sony S980
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Kodak Z915 vs Sony S980 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-350mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 194g - 90 x 64 x 39mm
- Launched January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 33-132mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 93 x 56 x 24mm
- Launched February 2009
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Below, we will be evaluating the Kodak Z915 and Sony S980, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Kodak and Sony. The resolution of the Z915 (10MP) and the S980 (12MP) is pretty similar and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe Z915 was revealed around the same time to the S980 and they are both of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a simple overview of how the Z915 matches up vs the S980 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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This is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Z915 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980. The full galleries are available at Kodak Z915 Gallery & Sony S980 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z915 over the Sony S980
| Z915 | S980 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony S980 over the Kodak Z915
| S980 | Z915 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Very accurate focus | ||
| Screen dimension | 2.7" |  | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Kodak Z915 and Sony S980
| Z915 | S980 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2009 |  | February 2009 | Similar age |
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Kodak Z915 vs Sony S980 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Kodak Z915 features exterior dimensions of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Sony S980 has dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the Z915 versus the S980.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Z915 and S980 is 91 and 94 respectively.
Kodak Z915 vs Sony S980 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements merely by going over specs. The visual here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Z915 and S980.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Sony S980 to deliver more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively.
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Kodak Z915 vs Sony S980 Specifications
| Kodak EasyShare Z915 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Kodak | Sony |
| Model | Kodak EasyShare Z915 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2009-01-08 | 2009-02-17 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 25 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 35-350mm (10.0x) | 33-132mm (4.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.5-4.8 | f/3.3-5.2 |
| Macro focus distance | 10cm | 10cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 2.5" | 2.7" |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 16 secs | 2 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/1250 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 5.80 m | 3.50 m |
| Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 194 gr (0.43 pounds) | 167 gr (0.37 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 90 x 64 x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 93 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
| 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 model | 2 x AA | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Cost at launch | $200 | $300 |
