Kodak Z980 vs Nikon P90
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Kodak Z980 vs Nikon P90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 445g - 124 x 91 x 105mm
- Introduced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 400g - 114 x 99 x 83mm
- Launched February 2009
- Superseded the Nikon P80
Kodak Z980 vs Nikon P90 Overview
Below, we will be evaluating the Kodak Z980 and Nikon P90, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Kodak and Nikon. The resolution of the Z980 (12MP) and the P90 (12MP) is relatively comparable and they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe Z980 was announced at a similar time to the P90 so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Kodak Z980 being a Compact camera and the Nikon P90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the Z980 grades vs the P90 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Kodak Z980 vs Nikon P90 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare Z980 & Nikon Coolpix P90. The whole galleries are viewable at Kodak Z980 Gallery & Nikon P90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z980 over the Nikon P90
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Reasons to pick Nikon P90 over the Kodak Z980
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Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 201k | Sharper screen (+29k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z980 and Nikon P90
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Launched | January 2009 | February 2009 | Same age | |
Manual focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen size | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Kodak Z980 vs Nikon P90 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to lug around your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Kodak Z980 enjoys outer 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) whilst the Nikon P90 has specifications of 114mm x 99mm x 83mm (4.5" x 3.9" x 3.3") having a weight of 400 grams (0.88 lbs).
Check out the Kodak Z980 and Nikon P90 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the Z980 and the P90.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Z980 and P90 is 68 and 70 respectively.
Kodak Z980 vs Nikon P90 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's hard to see the gap in sensor measurements simply by going through specs. The graphic here should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Z980 and P90.
All in all, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of photographs but you should really consider the launch date of the cameras into account.
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Kodak Z980 vs Nikon P90 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z980 | Nikon Coolpix P90 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Kodak | Nikon |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z980 | Nikon Coolpix P90 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2009-01-05 | 2009-02-03 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 64 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 25 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-624mm (24.0x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 201 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 16s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.30 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 445g (0.98 lb) | 400g (0.88 lb) |
Dimensions | 124 x 91 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") | 114 x 99 x 83mm (4.5" x 3.9" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | 4 x AA | EN-EL5 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $249 | $700 |