Kodak Z980 vs Pentax E70

Here, we will be matching up the Kodak Z980 vs Pentax E70, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Kodak and Pentax. The resolution of the Z980 (12MP) and the E70 (10MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Z980 was introduced within a month of the E70 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the Z980 scores versus the E70 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare Z980 and Pentax Optio E70. The whole galleries are available at Kodak Z980 Gallery and Pentax E70 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Kodak Z980 has got outer 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) while the Pentax E70 has measurements of 94mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.0") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the Z980 against the E70.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z980 and E70 is 68 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to picture the difference in sensor dimensions merely by looking through technical specs. The pic here will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z980 and E70.

As you have seen, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Kodak Z980 to result in more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively.