Kodak Z980 vs Panasonic XS1
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Kodak Z980 vs Panasonic XS1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 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
- Revealed January 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 103g - 94 x 54 x 14mm
- Released January 2013
Kodak Z980 vs Panasonic XS1 Overview
Here, we will be analyzing the Kodak Z980 vs Panasonic XS1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Kodak and Panasonic. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the Z980 (12MP) and XS1 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
TikTok Developing Photo App to Challenge Instagram's DominanceThe Z980 was manufactured 5 years earlier than the XS1 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the Z980 matches up vs the XS1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Kodak Z980 vs Panasonic XS1 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare Z980 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1. The entire galleries are viewable at Kodak Z980 Gallery and Panasonic XS1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z980 over the Panasonic XS1
Z980 | XS1 | |||
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Manual focus | More exact focusing | |||
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic XS1 over the Kodak Z980
XS1 | Z980 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | January 2009 | Fresher by 48 months | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 201k | Sharper screen (+29k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z980 and Panasonic XS1
Z980 | XS1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Kodak Z980 vs Panasonic XS1 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Kodak Z980 has outside dimensions of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") accompanied by a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) and the Panasonic XS1 has measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") with a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).
Check the Kodak Z980 vs Panasonic XS1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the Z980 against the XS1.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Z980 and XS1 is 68 and 97 respectively.
Kodak Z980 vs Panasonic XS1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading specs. The photograph underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Z980 and XS1.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Panasonic XS1 to offer greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The older Z980 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Kodak Z980 vs Panasonic XS1 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z980 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Kodak | Panasonic |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z980 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-01-05 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 25 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-624mm (24.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/2.8-6.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 201 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 16 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.30 m | 4.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 445 gr (0.98 pounds) | 103 gr (0.23 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 91 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") | 94 x 54 x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") |
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 life | - | 260 images |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $249 | $130 |