Kodak Z980 vs Nikon L100

Below is a comprehensive review of the Kodak Z980 vs Nikon L100, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Kodak and Nikon. The image resolution of the Z980 (12MP) and the L100 (10MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Z980 was revealed around the same time to the L100 and they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a concise summation of how the Z980 matches up vs the L100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare Z980 & Nikon Coolpix L100. The full galleries are viewable at Kodak Z980 Gallery & Nikon L100 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Kodak Z980 enjoys exterior dimensions of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") along with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) and the Nikon L100 has dimensions of 110mm x 72mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 3.1") having a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs).

Examine the Kodak Z980 vs Nikon L100 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the Z980 versus the L100.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z980 and L100 is 68 and 79 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to visualize the difference in sensor measurements only by checking out technical specs. The photograph underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Z980 and L100.

As you can tell, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can count on the Kodak Z980 to produce more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures more aggressively.