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Kodak Z980 vs Nikon S30 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)
- 10MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 29-87mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 214g - 102 x 65 x 40mm
- Introduced February 2012
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Here is a comprehensive comparison of the Kodak Z980 vs Nikon S30, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Kodak and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Z980 (12MP) and the S30 (10MP) is pretty similar but the Z980 (1/2.3") and S30 (1/3") feature different sensor sizes.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe Z980 was introduced 4 years earlier than the S30 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the Z980 grades versus the S30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Following is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Z980 and Nikon Coolpix S30. The whole galleries are viewable at Kodak Z980 Gallery and Nikon S30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z980 over the Nikon S30
| Z980 | S30 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More exact focus | ||
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Nikon S30 over the Kodak Z980
| S30 | Z980 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | February 2012 |  | January 2009 | Fresher by 37 months |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 201k | Sharper screen (+29k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z980 and Nikon S30
| Z980 | S30 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Kodak Z980 vs Nikon S30 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Kodak Z980 offers outer measurements of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") and a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) whilst the Nikon S30 has dimensions of 102mm x 65mm x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select during that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the Z980 versus the S30.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Z980 and S30 is 68 and 90 respectively.
Kodak Z980 vs Nikon S30 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing purely by reviewing specs. The visual here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z980 and S30.
All in all, the 2 cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Z980 using its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Kodak Z980 will offer you greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The older Z980 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
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Kodak Z980 vs Nikon S30 Specifications
| Kodak EasyShare Z980 | Nikon Coolpix S30 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Kodak | Nikon |
| Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z980 | Nikon Coolpix S30 |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2009-01-05 | 2012-02-01 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 4.8 x 3.6mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 17.3mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
| Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Total focus points | 25 | - |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 26-624mm (24.0x) | 29-87mm (3.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/3.3-5.9 |
| Macro focusing range | 10cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 7.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
| Display resolution | 201 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Display tech | - | TFT-LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 16s | 30s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/8000s |
| Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.5 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 6.30 m | - |
| Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
| Microphone 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 gr (0.98 pounds) | 214 gr (0.47 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 124 x 91 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") | 102 x 65 x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6") |
| 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 life | - | 240 images |
| Battery format | - | AA |
| Battery ID | 4 x AA | 2 x AA |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail cost | $249 | $119 |