Kodak Z980 vs Nikon P600

Below is a complete analysis of the Kodak Z980 versus Nikon P600, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Kodak and Nikon. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the Z980 (12MP) and P600 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Z980 was brought out 6 years before the P600 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Kodak Z980 being a Compact camera and the Nikon P600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the Z980 scores against the P600 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare Z980 and Nikon Coolpix P600. The entire galleries are available at Kodak Z980 Gallery and Nikon P600 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Kodak Z980 provides external measurements of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") having a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) whilst the Nikon P600 has proportions of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") having a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).

Analyze the Kodak Z980 versus Nikon P600 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the Z980 vs the P600.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z980 and P600 is 68 and 65 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to picture the difference in sensor measurements just by viewing technical specs. The photograph below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z980 and P600.

As you can tell, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Nikon P600 to result in extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older Z980 will be behind in sensor tech.