Kodak Z980 vs Panasonic FH8
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Kodak Z980 vs Panasonic FH8 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-6.4) lens
- 123g - 96 x 57 x 19mm
- Released January 2012
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Following is a in depth comparison of the Kodak Z980 vs Panasonic FH8, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Kodak and Panasonic. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the Z980 (12MP) and FH8 (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe Z980 was released 4 years earlier than the FH8 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a full comparison, here is a concise summation of how the Z980 matches up vs the FH8 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare Z980 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8. The complete galleries are viewable at Kodak Z980 Gallery & Panasonic FH8 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z980 over the Panasonic FH8
| Z980 | FH8 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Very exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH8 over the Kodak Z980
| FH8 | Z980 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2012 |  | January 2009 | More modern by 36 months |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 201k | Clearer display (+29k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z980 and Panasonic FH8
| Z980 | FH8 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal display size |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Absent Touch display |
Kodak Z980 vs Panasonic FH8 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Kodak Z980 provides exterior dimensions of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") along with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) and the Panasonic FH8 has dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 123 grams (0.27 lbs).
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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the Z980 compared to the FH8.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z980 and FH8 is 68 and 96 respectively.
Kodak Z980 vs Panasonic FH8 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizes just by going over technical specs. The pic here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z980 and FH8.
As you have seen, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Panasonic FH8 to offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The more aged Z980 is going to be behind in sensor technology.
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Kodak Z980 vs Panasonic FH8 Specifications
| Kodak EasyShare Z980 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Kodak | Panasonic |
| Model | Kodak EasyShare Z980 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8 |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2009-01-05 | 2012-01-09 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Number of focus points | 25 | 23 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 26-624mm (24.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/2.5-6.4 |
| Macro focus distance | 10cm | 4cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Screen resolution | 201k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 16s | 8s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
| Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 6.30 m | 5.60 m |
| Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance 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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| 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 seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 445g (0.98 lbs) | 123g (0.27 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 124 x 91 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
| 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 | - | 260 images |
| Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | 4 x AA | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Launch pricing | $249 | $149 |
