Kodak Z980 vs Nikon P7700
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Kodak Z980 vs Nikon P7700 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 445g - 124 x 91 x 105mm
- Released January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-200mm (F2.0-4.0) lens
- 392g - 119 x 73 x 50mm
- Launched May 2013
- Superseded the Nikon P7100

Kodak Z980 vs Nikon P7700 Overview
On this page, we will be matching up the Kodak Z980 versus Nikon P7700, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Kodak and Nikon. The image resolution of the Z980 (12MP) and the P7700 (12MP) is relatively comparable but the Z980 (1/2.3") and P7700 (1/1.7") offer different sensor dimensions.

The Z980 was manufactured 5 years prior to the P7700 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a simple view of how the Z980 scores versus the P7700 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Kodak Z980 vs Nikon P7700 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare Z980 & Nikon Coolpix P7700. The entire galleries are viewable at Kodak Z980 Gallery & Nikon P7700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z980 over the Nikon P7700
Z980 | P7700 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon P7700 over the Kodak Z980
P7700 | Z980 | |||
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Launched | May 2013 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 53 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 201k | Sharper screen (+720k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Kodak Z980 and Nikon P7700
Z980 | P7700 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen sizing |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Kodak Z980 vs Nikon P7700 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Kodak Z980 has physical dimensions of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") and a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) and the Nikon P7700 has dimensions of 119mm x 73mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.9" x 2.0") with a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs).
Analyze the Kodak Z980 versus Nikon P7700 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the Z980 vs the P7700.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Z980 and P7700 is 68 and 82 respectively.

Kodak Z980 vs Nikon P7700 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to visualize the gap in sensor measurements just by going through specs. The photograph underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z980 and P7700.
All in all, both of the cameras provide the same resolution albeit different sensor measurements. The Z980 has the smaller sensor which should make obtaining shallow DOF trickier. The older Z980 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Kodak Z980 vs Nikon P7700 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak Z980 vs Nikon P7700 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z980 | Nikon Coolpix P7700 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Kodak | Nikon |
Model | Kodak EasyShare Z980 | Nikon Coolpix P7700 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-01-05 | 2013-05-28 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | 99 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-624mm (24.0x) | 28-200mm (7.1x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/2.0-4.0 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 201k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 16s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.30 m | 10.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (15, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (120, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic 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 | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 445 gr (0.98 pounds) | 392 gr (0.86 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 91 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") | 119 x 73 x 50mm (4.7" x 2.9" x 2.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 53 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.1 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.7 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 191 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 330 photos |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | EN-EL14 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $249 | $499 |