Kodak Z980 vs Nikon L26

Let's examine more in depth at the Kodak Z980 vs Nikon L26, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Kodak and Nikon. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the Z980 (12MP) and L26 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Z980 was unveiled 4 years before the L26 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short view of how the Z980 grades vs the L26 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare Z980 & Nikon Coolpix L26. The full galleries are viewable at Kodak Z980 Gallery & Nikon L26 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Kodak Z980 provides exterior 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 Nikon L26 has dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the Z980 against the L26.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z980 and L26 is 68 and 93 respectively.

Normally, its hard to picture the gap in sensor sizes only by going through specifications. The pic here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Z980 and L26.

Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Nikon L26 to produce greater detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged Z980 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.