Kodak Z980 vs Panasonic FS25
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Kodak Z980 vs Panasonic FS25 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 148g - 97 x 58 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2009
Kodak Z980 vs Panasonic FS25 Overview
Here is a in-depth comparison of the Kodak Z980 and Panasonic FS25, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Kodak and Panasonic. The resolution of the Z980 (12MP) and the FS25 (12MP) is very comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe Z980 was brought out at a similar time to the FS25 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the Z980 matches up vs the FS25 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Kodak Z980 vs Panasonic FS25 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare Z980 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25. The entire galleries are available at Kodak Z980 Gallery and Panasonic FS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z980 over the Panasonic FS25
Z980 | FS25 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS25 over the Kodak Z980
FS25 | Z980 | |||
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Display resolution | 230k | 201k | Clearer display (+29k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z980 and Panasonic FS25
Z980 | FS25 | |||
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Introduced | January 2009 | January 2009 | Same generation | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display sizing | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Kodak Z980 vs Panasonic FS25 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry your camera, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Kodak Z980 enjoys exterior measurements of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") and a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) while the Panasonic FS25 has proportions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).
Look at the Kodak Z980 and Panasonic FS25 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the Z980 and the FS25.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Z980 and FS25 is 68 and 95 respectively.
Kodak Z980 vs Panasonic FS25 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing simply by seeing specs. The photograph underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z980 and FS25.
All in all, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of images however you have to consider the production date of the cameras into account.
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Kodak Z980 vs Panasonic FS25 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z980 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Kodak | Panasonic |
Model | Kodak EasyShare Z980 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-01-05 | 2009-01-27 |
Physical type | 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 | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-624mm (24.0x) | 29-145mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 201 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 16s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.30 m | 5.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE 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) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 gr (0.98 lbs) | 148 gr (0.33 lbs) |
Dimensions | 124 x 91 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") | 97 x 58 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $249 | $230 |