Kodak Z980 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS
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Kodak Z980 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS 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
- Announced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 111 x 67 x 29mm
- Introduced June 2013
Photography Glossary Kodak Z980 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Overview
Let's look a bit more in depth at the Kodak Z980 and Olympus TG-2 iHS, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Kodak and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the Z980 (12MP) and the TG-2 iHS (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe Z980 was announced 5 years prior to the TG-2 iHS and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a brief overview of how the Z980 scores versus the TG-2 iHS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Following is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Z980 and Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS. The whole galleries are available at Kodak Z980 Gallery and Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z980 over the Olympus TG-2 iHS
| Z980 | TG-2 iHS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus | Dial precise focus |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-2 iHS over the Kodak Z980
| TG-2 iHS | Z980 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | June 2013 | January 2009 | More recent by 54 months | |
| Screen resolution | 610k | 201k | Sharper screen (+409k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z980 and Olympus TG-2 iHS
| Z980 | TG-2 iHS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
| Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen size | |
| Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
| Touch screen | Neither has Touch screen |
Kodak Z980 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Kodak Z980 has exterior dimensions 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 Olympus TG-2 iHS has sizing of 111mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
Take a look at the Kodak Z980 and Olympus TG-2 iHS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the Z980 against the TG-2 iHS.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z980 and TG-2 iHS is 68 and 91 respectively.
Kodak Z980 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor measurements merely by researching specifications. The graphic below should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Z980 and TG-2 iHS.
Plainly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of files but you need to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The older Z980 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.
Kodak Z980 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Screen and ViewFinder
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Kodak Z980 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Specifications
| Kodak EasyShare Z980 | Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Kodak | Olympus |
| Model | Kodak EasyShare Z980 | Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
| Announced | 2009-01-05 | 2013-06-28 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| 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 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3968 x 2976 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Number of focus points | 25 | - |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 26-624mm (24.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/2.0-4.9 |
| Macro focus range | 10cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Display resolution | 201 thousand dots | 610 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Display technology | - | OLED |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 16s | 4s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 6.30 m | - |
| Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | - |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| 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 | BuiltIn |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 445 grams (0.98 pounds) | 230 grams (0.51 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 124 x 91 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") | 111 x 67 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
| 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 life | - | 350 images |
| Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | 4 x AA | Li-90B |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 and 12 sec, Pet Auto Shutter) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | - |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Price at launch | $249 | $380 |