Kodak Z980 vs Olympus FE-4000
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Kodak Z980 vs Olympus FE-4000 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.6-5.9) lens
- 136g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Launched July 2009
- Also referred to as X-925
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Following is a comprehensive overview of the Kodak Z980 vs Olympus FE-4000, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Kodak and Olympus. The image resolution of the Z980 (12MP) and the FE-4000 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe Z980 was brought out 6 months before the FE-4000 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the Z980 grades vs the FE-4000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Following is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Z980 and Olympus FE-4000. The entire galleries are provided at Kodak Z980 Gallery and Olympus FE-4000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z980 over the Olympus FE-4000
| Z980 | FE-4000 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Very precise focusing | ||
| Screen size | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-4000 over the Kodak Z980
| FE-4000 | Z980 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 201k | Crisper screen (+29k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z980 and Olympus FE-4000
| Z980 | FE-4000 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2009 |  | July 2009 | Similar generation |
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Kodak Z980 vs Olympus FE-4000 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Kodak Z980 comes with physical measurements of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") along with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) whilst the Olympus FE-4000 has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).
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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the Z980 and the FE-4000.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z980 and FE-4000 is 68 and 95 respectively.
Kodak Z980 vs Olympus FE-4000 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizes simply by checking technical specs. The image underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Z980 and FE-4000.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs however you should really factor the release date of the products into consideration.
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Kodak Z980 vs Olympus FE-4000 Specifications
| Kodak EasyShare Z980 | Olympus FE-4000 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Kodak | Olympus |
| Model | Kodak EasyShare Z980 | Olympus FE-4000 |
| Also Known as | - | X-925 |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2009-01-05 | 2009-07-22 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | - | TruePic III |
| 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 area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
| Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3968 x 2976 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
| Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| 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 mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 26-624mm (24.0x) | 26-105mm (4.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/2.6-5.9 |
| Macro focus range | 10cm | 3cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Display resolution | 201 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 16 secs | 4 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 6.30 m | 4.00 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB 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, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| 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 proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 445 gr (0.98 lbs) | 136 gr (0.30 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 124 x 91 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (12 seconds) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail cost | $249 | $130 |
