Kodak Z980 vs Panasonic ZS3

Below is a comprehensive comparison of the Kodak Z980 versus Panasonic ZS3, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Kodak and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Z980 (12MP) and the ZS3 (10MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Z980 was brought out 4 months earlier than the ZS3 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the Z980 grades versus the ZS3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Z980 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3. The entire galleries are provided at Kodak Z980 Gallery & Panasonic ZS3 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Kodak Z980 offers outer dimensions 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 ZS3 has specifications of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

Analyze the Kodak Z980 versus Panasonic ZS3 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the Z980 against the ZS3.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z980 and ZS3 is 68 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to picture the contrast in sensor measurements simply by going through specifications. The photograph below will give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z980 and ZS3.

Plainly, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Kodak Z980 to show more detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs more aggressively.