Kodak Z980 vs Olympus SP-565UZ
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Kodak Z980 vs Olympus SP-565UZ Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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 - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-520mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
- 413g - 116 x 84 x 81mm
- Launched January 2009
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On this page, we are looking at the Kodak Z980 versus Olympus SP-565UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Kodak and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the Z980 (12MP) and the SP-565UZ (10MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the Z980 scores versus the SP-565UZ with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Kodak Z980 over the Olympus SP-565UZ
| Z980 | SP-565UZ | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-565UZ over the Kodak Z980
| SP-565UZ | Z980 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 201k | Sharper display (+29k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z980 and Olympus SP-565UZ
| Z980 | SP-565UZ | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2009 |  | January 2009 | Similar generation |
| Manual focus |  | Very precise focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Lacking Touch display |
Kodak Z980 vs Olympus SP-565UZ Physical Comparison
If you're going to lug around your camera often, you should consider its weight and volume. The Kodak Z980 features outer measurements of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") having a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) while the Olympus SP-565UZ has sizing of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") and a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs).
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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the Z980 versus the SP-565UZ.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Z980 and SP-565UZ is 68 and 72 respectively.
Kodak Z980 vs Olympus SP-565UZ Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements only by looking at technical specs. The photograph here should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z980 and SP-565UZ.
As you can tell, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Kodak Z980 to resolve extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos more aggressively.
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Kodak Z980 vs Olympus SP-565UZ Specifications
| Kodak EasyShare Z980 | Olympus SP-565UZ | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Kodak | Olympus |
| Model | Kodak EasyShare Z980 | Olympus SP-565UZ |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Launched | 2009-01-05 | 2009-01-15 |
| 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 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 64 | 64 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 25 | 143 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 26-624mm (24.0x) | 26-520mm (20.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/2.8-4.5 |
| Macro focus distance | 10cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3" | 2.5" |
| Screen resolution | 201k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 16s | 1s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 6.30 m | 6.40 m (ISO 200) |
| Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 @ 30 fps/15 fps, 320 x 240 @ 30 fps/15 fps |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
| Mic 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 proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 445 grams (0.98 lbs) | 413 grams (0.91 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 124 x 91 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") | 116 x 84 x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | 30 |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 18.7 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.1 |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | 68 |
| Other | ||
| Battery model | 4 x AA | 4 x AA |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (12 or 2 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | xD Picture Card, Internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch pricing | $249 | $400 |