Kodak Z980 vs Olympus SZ-15

Here, we will be matching up the Kodak Z980 vs Olympus SZ-15, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Kodak and Olympus. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the Z980 (12MP) and SZ-15 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Z980 was revealed 5 years before the SZ-15 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short view of how the Z980 grades vs the SZ-15 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Z980 and Olympus SZ-15. The full galleries are viewable at Kodak Z980 Gallery and Olympus SZ-15 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Kodak Z980 offers outside measurements of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) and the Olympus SZ-15 has proportions of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Compare the Kodak Z980 vs Olympus SZ-15 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the Z980 compared to the SZ-15.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z980 and SZ-15 is 68 and 88 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizes purely by looking at specs. The image here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Z980 and SZ-15.

All in all, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Olympus SZ-15 to give you greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged Z980 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.