Kodak Z980 vs Panasonic LF1
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Kodak Z980 vs Panasonic LF1 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
- Launched January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400 (Boost to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-200mm (F2.0-5.9) lens
- 192g - 103 x 62 x 28mm
- Launched November 2013
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Below is a in depth assessment of the Kodak Z980 vs Panasonic LF1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Kodak and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Z980 (12MP) and the LF1 (12MP) is pretty well matched but the Z980 (1/2.3") and LF1 (1/1.7") feature totally different sensor size.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe Z980 was revealed 5 years before the LF1 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the Z980 grades versus the LF1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Here is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Z980 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1. The full galleries are viewable at Kodak Z980 Gallery & Panasonic LF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z980 over the Panasonic LF1
| Z980 | LF1 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Panasonic LF1 over the Kodak Z980
| LF1 | Z980 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | November 2013 |  | January 2009 | More recent by 59 months |
| Screen resolution | 920k |  | 201k | Clearer screen (+719k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z980 and Panasonic LF1
| Z980 | LF1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More precise focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent screen size |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither contains Touch screen |
Kodak Z980 vs Panasonic LF1 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to lug around your camera often, you should factor its weight and volume. The Kodak Z980 has got outer dimensions 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 Panasonic LF1 has sizing of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).
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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the Z980 and the LF1.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Z980 and LF1 is 68 and 92 respectively.
Kodak Z980 vs Panasonic LF1 Sensor Comparison
Often, its tough to envision the difference between sensor measurements purely by reading through technical specs. The photograph below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Z980 and LF1.
As you have seen, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact resolution albeit not the same sensor measurements. The Z980 comes with the tinier sensor which is going to make getting shallower depth of field trickier. The older Z980 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.
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Kodak Z980 vs Panasonic LF1 Specifications
| Kodak EasyShare Z980 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Kodak | Panasonic |
| Model | Kodak EasyShare Z980 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2009-01-05 | 2013-11-26 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 41.5mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Max enhanced ISO | - | 12800 |
| Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 25 | 23 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 26-624mm (24.0x) | 28-200mm (7.1x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/2.0-5.9 |
| Macro focus range | 10cm | 3cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 4.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of display | 201k dot | 920k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Display technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 16 seconds | 60 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 6.30 m | 7.00 m |
| Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| 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 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 445 grams (0.98 pounds) | 192 grams (0.42 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 124 x 91 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") | 103 x 62 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | 52 |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 20.8 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.6 |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | 211 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 250 shots |
| Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | 4 x AA | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail cost | $249 | $500 |