Kodak Z980 vs Panasonic TS2
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Kodak Z980 vs Panasonic TS2 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
- Announced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 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
- 188g - 99 x 63 x 24mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FT2
- Earlier Model is Panasonic TS1
- Newer Model is Panasonic TS3
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Below is a in depth overview of the Kodak Z980 and Panasonic TS2, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Kodak and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Z980 (12MP) and the TS2 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe Z980 was launched 12 months prior to the TS2 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a short summary of how the Z980 scores against the TS2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare Z980 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2. The complete galleries are viewable at Kodak Z980 Gallery and Panasonic TS2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z980 over the Panasonic TS2
| Z980 | TS2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More exact focusing | ||
| Screen size | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS2 over the Kodak Z980
| TS2 | Z980 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | January 2010 |  | January 2009 | More recent by 12 months |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 201k | Crisper screen (+29k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z980 and Panasonic TS2
| Z980 | TS2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Kodak Z980 vs Panasonic TS2 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Kodak Z980 has got exterior dimensions of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) while the Panasonic TS2 has specifications of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).
See the Kodak Z980 and Panasonic TS2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the Z980 vs the TS2.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Z980 and TS2 is 68 and 93 respectively.
Kodak Z980 vs Panasonic TS2 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to envision the contrast between sensor measurements only by looking at a spec sheet. The visual here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Z980 and TS2.
Clearly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Panasonic TS2 to resolve extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older Z980 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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Kodak Z980 vs Panasonic TS2 Specifications
| Kodak EasyShare Z980 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Kodak | Panasonic |
| Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z980 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 |
| Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-FT2 |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
| Announced | 2009-01-05 | 2010-01-26 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | - | Venus Engine HD II |
| 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 | 14MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 25 | 11 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | 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 |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
| Display resolution | 201 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 16 secs | 60 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1300 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 6.30 m | 5.10 m |
| Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| 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) |
| Max 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 | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 445 grams (0.98 pounds) | 188 grams (0.41 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 124 x 91 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") | 99 x 63 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Price at release | $249 | $350 |
