Kodak Z980 vs Nikon S33

On this page, we will be looking at the Kodak Z980 versus Nikon S33, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Kodak and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Z980 (12MP) and the S33 (13MP) is pretty similar but the Z980 (1/2.3") and S33 (1/3.1") have totally different sensor sizing.

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The Z980 was launched 7 years before the S33 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Z980 scores against the S33 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Z980 and Nikon Coolpix S33. The complete galleries are available at Kodak Z980 Gallery and Nikon S33 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Kodak Z980 features external dimensions of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") having a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) and the Nikon S33 has sizing of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs).

Compare the Kodak Z980 versus Nikon S33 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the Z980 compared to the S33.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z980 and S33 is 68 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading specs. The image below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Z980 and S33.

All in all, the two cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Z980 due to its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Nikon S33 will deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged Z980 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.