Kodak Z980 vs Panasonic S3

Below is a extensive overview of the Kodak Z980 and Panasonic S3, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Kodak and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Z980 (12MP) and the S3 (14MP) is fairly similar and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Z980 was unveiled 24 months prior to the S3 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the Z980 scores versus the S3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare Z980 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3. The full galleries are provided at Kodak Z980 Gallery and Panasonic S3 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera, you need to factor its weight and size. The Kodak Z980 has exterior measurements of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") along with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) whilst the Panasonic S3 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Check out the Kodak Z980 and Panasonic S3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the Z980 and the S3.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Z980 and S3 is 68 and 96 respectively.

Often, it is tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements simply by going over a spec sheet. The visual below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Z980 and S3.

Clearly, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic S3 to deliver extra detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos much more aggressively. The older Z980 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.