Kodak Z980 vs Panasonic FZ150

The following is a extensive assessment of the Kodak Z980 vs Panasonic FZ150, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Panasonic. The resolution of the Z980 (12MP) and the FZ150 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Z980 was launched 4 years earlier than the FZ150 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Kodak Z980 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ150 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the Z980 grades vs the FZ150 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Z980 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150. The complete galleries are provided at Kodak Z980 Gallery and Panasonic FZ150 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Kodak Z980 enjoys physical measurements 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 Panasonic FZ150 has proportions of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs).

Analyze the Kodak Z980 vs Panasonic FZ150 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the Z980 and the FZ150.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z980 and FZ150 is 68 and 67 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reading through a spec sheet. The picture underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z980 and FZ150.

Clearly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures though you may want to take the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged Z980 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.