Kodak Z980 vs Panasonic ZS5

Here is a in depth review of the Kodak Z980 versus Panasonic ZS5, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Kodak and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Z980 (12MP) and the ZS5 (12MP) is fairly comparable and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Z980 was released 17 months prior to the ZS5 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the Z980 matches up versus the ZS5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare Z980 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5. The complete galleries are available at Kodak Z980 Gallery and Panasonic ZS5 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Kodak Z980 offers external measurements of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") having a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS5 has dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Compare the Kodak Z980 versus Panasonic ZS5 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the Z980 against the ZS5.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z980 and ZS5 is 68 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing simply by going through specifications. The visual here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Z980 and ZS5.

Plainly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP and you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you should really take the production date of the cameras into account. The older Z980 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.