Kodak Z980 vs Nikon S620
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Kodak Z980 vs Nikon S620 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
- Introduced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-112mm (F2.7-5.8) lens
- 120g - 90 x 53 x 23mm
- Introduced February 2009
Kodak Z980 vs Nikon S620 Overview
Following is a thorough assessment of the Kodak Z980 vs Nikon S620, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Kodak and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Z980 (12MP) and the S620 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe Z980 was unveiled within a month of the S620 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a full comparison, here is a concise summation of how the Z980 grades versus the S620 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Kodak Z980 vs Nikon S620 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare Z980 and Nikon Coolpix S620. The full galleries are provided at Kodak Z980 Gallery and Nikon S620 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z980 over the Nikon S620
Z980 | S620 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focus | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Nikon S620 over the Kodak Z980
S620 | Z980 | |||
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Display resolution | 230k | 201k | Sharper display (+29k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z980 and Nikon S620
Z980 | S620 | |||
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Introduced | January 2009 | February 2009 | Similar generation | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Absent Touch friendly display |
Kodak Z980 vs Nikon S620 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Kodak Z980 enjoys physical measurements of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") accompanied by a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) while the Nikon S620 has specifications of 90mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs).
Analyze the Kodak Z980 vs Nikon S620 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the Z980 compared to the S620.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z980 and S620 is 68 and 96 respectively.
Kodak Z980 vs Nikon S620 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be hard to envision the difference between sensor sizes only by going over a spec sheet. The image here should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z980 and S620.
Clearly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP and you should expect similar quality of files although you need to take the release date of the products into consideration.
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Kodak Z980 vs Nikon S620 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z980 | Nikon Coolpix S620 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Kodak | Nikon |
Model | Kodak EasyShare Z980 | Nikon Coolpix S620 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-01-05 | 2009-02-03 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-624mm (24.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/2.7-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 201 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 16 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.30 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 445 gr (0.98 pounds) | 120 gr (0.26 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 91 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") | 90 x 53 x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | 4 x AA | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (3 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $249 | $37 |