Kodak Z980 vs Pentax H90
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Kodak Z980 vs Pentax H90 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
- Introduced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 153g - 101 x 65 x 28mm
- Revealed January 2010
Kodak Z980 vs Pentax H90 Overview
In this article, we will be evaluating the Kodak Z980 and Pentax H90, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Kodak and Pentax. The image resolution of the Z980 (12MP) and the H90 (12MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the Z980 grades vs the H90 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Kodak Z980 vs Pentax H90 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare Z980 and Pentax Optio H90. The entire galleries are provided at Kodak Z980 Gallery and Pentax H90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z980 over the Pentax H90
Z980 | H90 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Pentax H90 over the Kodak Z980
H90 | Z980 | |||
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Revealed | January 2010 | January 2009 | More modern by 12 months | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 201k | Sharper screen (+29k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z980 and Pentax H90
Z980 | H90 | |||
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Focus manually | Very exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Kodak Z980 vs Pentax H90 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Kodak Z980 features physical measurements of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") and a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) and the Pentax H90 has dimensions of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).
Look at the Kodak Z980 and Pentax H90 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the Z980 vs the H90.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z980 and H90 is 68 and 93 respectively.
Kodak Z980 vs Pentax H90 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes only by checking out specs. The pic here might offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z980 and H90.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos however you should always take the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged Z980 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
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Kodak Z980 vs Pentax H90 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z980 | Pentax Optio H90 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Kodak | Pentax |
Model | Kodak EasyShare Z980 | Pentax Optio H90 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-01-05 | 2010-01-25 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Prime |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-624mm (24.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 201k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 16 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 6.30 m | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 445g (0.98 pounds) | 153g (0.34 pounds) |
Dimensions | 124 x 91 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") | 101 x 65 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | 4 x AA | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $249 | $150 |