Kodak Z980 vs Panasonic TS1
Portability
68 Imaging
34 Features
40 Overall
36
68 Imaging
34 Features
40 Overall
36
Portability
93 Imaging
34 Features
24 Overall
30
93 Imaging
34 Features
24 Overall
30
Kodak Z980 vs Panasonic TS1 Key Specs
Kodak Z980
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- 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
Panasonic TS1
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- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 189g - 98 x 63 x 23mm
- Revealed January 2009
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FT1
- Successor is Panasonic TS2
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Its time to look closer at the Kodak Z980 and Panasonic TS1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Kodak and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Z980 (12MP) and the TS1 (12MP) is relatively well matched and they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe Z980 was introduced very close to the TS1 so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a short highlight of how the Z980 matches up against the TS1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Photography Glossary Kodak Z980 vs Panasonic TS1 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare Z980 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1. The whole galleries are viewable at Kodak Z980 Gallery and Panasonic TS1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z980 over the Panasonic TS1
| Z980 | TS1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More precise focus | ||
| Screen dimension | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS1 over the Kodak Z980
| TS1 | Z980 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 201k | Clearer screen (+29k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z980 and Panasonic TS1
| Z980 | TS1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | January 2009 |  | January 2009 | Similar generation |
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Kodak Z980 vs Panasonic TS1 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera often, you have to think about its weight and volume. 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) whilst the Panasonic TS1 has sizing of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).
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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the Z980 compared to the TS1.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z980 and TS1 is 68 and 93 respectively.
Kodak Z980 vs Panasonic TS1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading through a spec sheet. The pic underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Z980 and TS1.
Clearly, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution so you should expect similar quality of photos but you need to factor the production date of the products into consideration.
Kodak Z980 vs Panasonic TS1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Kodak Z980 as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic TS1 as a Portrait photography camera
you can focus manually
exports RAW files
low MP (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
manual focus not available
lack of manual exposure
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
exports RAW files
screen is fixed
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
environment sealing
no moving screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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incredible zoom range (26-624mm 24.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames per second)
low MP (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
has image stabilization (Optical)
environment sealing
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,300 seconds)
max frames per second very slow (2.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
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flash built-in
rather wide (26mm)
long zoom (624mm)
no Timelapse mode
low MP (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
environment sealing
flash built-in
really wide (28mm)
does not have Timelapse mode
MP count low (12MP)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
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Panasonic TS1 Landscape photography information
you can focus manually
rather wide (26mm)
nice screen size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
exports RAW files
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
low MP (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no Timelapse mode
really wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
environment sealing
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
lack of manual exposure
MP count low (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
does not have Timelapse mode
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Kodak Z980 as a Vlogging camera
Panasonic TS1 as a Vlogging camera
rather wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
no external microphone port
really wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have external microphone support
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Kodak Z980 vs Panasonic TS1 Specifications
| Kodak EasyShare Z980 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Kodak | Panasonic |
| Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z980 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 |
| Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-FT1 |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
| 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 | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Total focus points | 25 | 11 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 26-624mm (24.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
| Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/3.3-5.9 |
| Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3" | 2.7" |
| Screen resolution | 201k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 16s | 60s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1300s |
| Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 6.30 m | - |
| Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance 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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite |
| 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 | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 445 gr (0.98 pounds) | 189 gr (0.42 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 124 x 91 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") | 98 x 63 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery ID | 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, Internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch cost | $249 | $380 |