Kodak Z980 vs Nikon P950
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Kodak Z980 vs Nikon P950 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
- Launched January 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-2000mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 1005g - 140 x 110 x 150mm
- Released January 2020

Kodak Z980 vs Nikon P950 Overview
Lets look a little more in depth at the Kodak Z980 vs Nikon P950, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Kodak and Nikon. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the Z980 (12MP) and P950 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The Z980 was brought out 12 years earlier than the P950 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Kodak Z980 being a Compact camera and the Nikon P950 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before diving into a full comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the Z980 grades vs the P950 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Kodak Z980 vs Nikon P950 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare Z980 & Nikon Coolpix P950. The entire galleries are provided at Kodak Z980 Gallery & Nikon P950 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z980 over the Nikon P950
Z980 | P950 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon P950 over the Kodak Z980
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Released | January 2020 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 133 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display dimensions | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 201k | Crisper display (+720k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Kodak Z980 and Nikon P950
Z980 | P950 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Touch display | ![]() | No Touch display |
Kodak Z980 vs Nikon P950 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Kodak Z980 enjoys physical 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 P950 has dimensions of 140mm x 110mm x 150mm (5.5" x 4.3" x 5.9") along with a weight of 1005 grams (2.22 lbs).
Compare the Kodak Z980 vs Nikon P950 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the Z980 and the P950.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z980 and P950 is 68 and 52 respectively.

Kodak Z980 vs Nikon P950 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to picture the gap in sensor measurements just by looking through technical specs. The graphic below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Z980 and P950.
As you have seen, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can anticipate the Nikon P950 to result in more detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos more aggressively. The older Z980 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

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Kodak Z980 vs Nikon P950 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z980 | Nikon Coolpix P950 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Kodak | Nikon |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z980 | Nikon Coolpix P950 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2009-01-05 | 2020-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 25 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-624mm (24.0x) | 24-2000mm (83.3x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/2.8-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display sizing | 3" | 3.2" |
Resolution of display | 201k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 90 percent |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 16s | 300s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.30 m | 11.50 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MP4, H.264, AAC |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | EN-EL20a lithium-ion battery & USB charger |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 445 grams (0.98 pounds) | 1005 grams (2.22 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 91 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") | 140 x 110 x 150mm (5.5" x 4.3" x 5.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 life | - | 290 photos |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $249 | $797 |