Kodak Z980 vs Leica V-Lux 4

Lets look a little more closely at the Kodak Z980 versus Leica V-Lux 4, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Leica. The resolution of the Z980 (12MP) and the V-Lux 4 (12MP) is very similar and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Z980 was brought out 4 years prior to the V-Lux 4 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Kodak Z980 being a Compact camera and the Leica V-Lux 4 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short highlight of how the Z980 matches up against the V-Lux 4 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare Z980 & Leica V-Lux 4. The entire galleries are viewable at Kodak Z980 Gallery & Leica V-Lux 4 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Kodak Z980 enjoys physical dimensions of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) while the Leica V-Lux 4 has measurements of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") along with a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the Z980 compared to the V-Lux 4.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z980 and V-Lux 4 is 68 and 65 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to picture the gap between sensor sizing just by reviewing specs. The graphic underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z980 and V-Lux 4.

All in all, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels so you can expect similar quality of images however you really should consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The older Z980 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.