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Kodak Z980 vs Nikon S1000pj

Portability
68
Imaging
34
Features
40
Overall
36
Kodak EasyShare Z980 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S1000pj front
Portability
94
Imaging
34
Features
21
Overall
28

Kodak Z980 vs Nikon S1000pj Key Specs

Kodak Z980
(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
Nikon S1000pj
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200 (Boost to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
  • 175g - 96 x 62 x 23mm
  • Launched August 2009
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Kodak Z980 vs Nikon S1000pj Overview

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Kodak Z980 versus Nikon S1000pj, 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 S1000pj (12MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Z980 was unveiled 7 months earlier than the S1000pj which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the Z980 scores against the S1000pj when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Kodak Z980 over the Nikon S1000pj

 Z980 S1000pj 
Manual focus Dial exact focus
Screen dimension3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Reasons to pick Nikon S1000pj over the Kodak Z980

 S1000pj Z980 
LaunchedAugust 2009January 2009Fresher by 7 months
Screen resolution230k201kCrisper screen (+29k dot)

Common features in the Kodak Z980 and Nikon S1000pj

 Z980 S1000pj 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch screen Lack of Touch screen

Kodak Z980 vs Nikon S1000pj Physical Comparison

If you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Kodak Z980 has 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) while the Nikon S1000pj has measurements of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

Take a look at the Kodak Z980 versus Nikon S1000pj in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the Z980 compared to the S1000pj.

Kodak Z980 vs Nikon S1000pj size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Z980 and S1000pj is 68 and 94 respectively.

Kodak Z980 vs Nikon S1000pj top view buttons comparison

Kodak Z980 vs Nikon S1000pj Sensor Comparison

Generally, it can be difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing just by checking out technical specs. The visual below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Z980 and S1000pj.

As you have seen, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of images although you may want to take the age of the cameras into account. The older Z980 will be behind in sensor innovation.

Kodak Z980 vs Nikon S1000pj sensor size comparison

Kodak Z980 vs Nikon S1000pj Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak Z980 vs Nikon S1000pj Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Kodak Z980 Portrait photography factors
Nikon S1000pj Portrait photography factors
40
focusing manually
exports RAW formats
MP count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
20
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Kodak Z980 Street photography highlights
Nikon S1000pj Street photography highlights
54
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
exports RAW formats
no articulating screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
56
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Kodak Z980 Sports photography details
Nikon S1000pj Sports photography details
33
incredible zoom range (26-624mm 24.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
max fps very slow (1.0 frames per second)
MP count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
33
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000s)
has image stabilization (Optical)
no shutter priority mode
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Kodak Z980 as a Travel photography camera
Nikon S1000pj as a Travel photography camera
51
flash built-in
decently wide (26mm)
long reach (624mm)
lack of Time Lapse function
MP count low (12 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
57
has built in flash
quite wide (28mm)
missing Time Lapse recording
megapixel count low (12MP)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
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Landscape Comparison

Kodak Z980 Landscape photography factors
Nikon S1000pj Landscape photography factors
45
focusing manually
decently wide (26mm)
nice screen size (3 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
exports RAW formats
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
MP count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of Time Lapse function
32
quite wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lack of manual focus
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
tiny screen (2.7")
manual exposure not possible
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
missing Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Kodak Z980 Vlogging details
Nikon S1000pj Vlogging details
23
decently wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
display is not selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of external mic jack
28
quite wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing external mic jack
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Kodak Z980 vs Nikon S1000pj Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak Z980 and Nikon S1000pj
 Kodak EasyShare Z980Nikon Coolpix S1000pj
General Information
Brand Kodak Nikon
Model type Kodak EasyShare Z980 Nikon Coolpix S1000pj
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2009-01-05 2009-08-04
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip - Expeed
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 6400 3200
Maximum boosted ISO - 6400
Minimum native ISO 64 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
AF center weighted
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Total focus points 25 -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 26-624mm (24.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/2.8-5.0 f/3.9-5.8
Macro focusing distance 10cm 3cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3 inches 2.7 inches
Resolution of display 201 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 16 secs 30 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/8000 secs
Continuous shooting speed 1.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes -
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 6.30 m -
Flash settings Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off -
External flash
AE bracketing
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) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 445 grams (0.98 pounds) 175 grams (0.39 pounds)
Dimensions 124 x 91 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") 96 x 62 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9")
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-EL12
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Retail cost $249 $289