Kodak Z980 vs Nikon S6100
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Kodak Z980 vs Nikon S6100 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
- Revealed January 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-196mm (F3.7-5.6) lens
- 175g - 98 x 58 x 27mm
- Announced February 2011

Kodak Z980 vs Nikon S6100 Overview
Here is a extensive overview of the Kodak Z980 vs Nikon S6100, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Kodak and Nikon. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the Z980 (12MP) and S6100 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The Z980 was introduced 3 years prior to the S6100 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the Z980 matches up against the S6100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Kodak Z980 vs Nikon S6100 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare Z980 & Nikon Coolpix S6100. The whole galleries are viewable at Kodak Z980 Gallery & Nikon S6100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z980 over the Nikon S6100
Z980 | S6100 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S6100 over the Kodak Z980
S6100 | Z980 | |||
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Announced | February 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 25 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 201k | Sharper display (+259k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Kodak Z980 and Nikon S6100
Z980 | S6100 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Kodak Z980 vs Nikon S6100 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Kodak Z980 comes with exterior measurements 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 S6100 has dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).
Analyze the Kodak Z980 vs Nikon S6100 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the Z980 compared to the S6100.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Z980 and S6100 is 68 and 93 respectively.

Kodak Z980 vs Nikon S6100 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing simply by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic below may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z980 and S6100.
Clearly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can expect to see the Nikon S6100 to result in extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The older Z980 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

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Kodak Z980 vs Nikon S6100 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z980 | Nikon Coolpix S6100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Kodak | Nikon |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z980 | Nikon Coolpix S6100 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-01-05 | 2011-02-09 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 25 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-624mm (24.0x) | 28-196mm (7.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/3.7-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 201k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | - | TFT touchscreen LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 16 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.30 m | 4.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure 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 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, 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 | 445 gr (0.98 pounds) | 175 gr (0.39 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 91 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") | 98 x 58 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 | - | 210 photographs |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
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/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $249 | $195 |