Clicky

Kodak Z980 vs Pentax P80

Portability
68
Imaging
35
Features
40
Overall
37
Kodak EasyShare Z980 front
 
Pentax Optio P80 front
Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
23
Overall
30

Kodak Z980 vs Pentax P80 Key Specs

Kodak Z980
(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
  • Launched January 2009
Pentax P80
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 6400
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-110mm (F2.6-5.8) lens
  • 125g - 102 x 59 x 25mm
  • Announced August 2009
Europe Approves Revolutionary AI Legislation

Kodak Z980 vs Pentax P80 Overview

Below, we will be contrasting the Kodak Z980 versus Pentax P80, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Kodak and Pentax. The image resolution of the Z980 (12MP) and the P80 (12MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To Cameras

The Z980 was announced 7 months earlier than the P80 and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the Z980 scores versus the P80 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon Coolpix camera search on Google skyrockets by 8,500%
	
	

Reasons to pick Kodak Z980 over the Pentax P80

 Z980 P80 
Screen dimension3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Reasons to pick Pentax P80 over the Kodak Z980

 P80 Z980 
AnnouncedAugust 2009January 2009More recent by 7 months
Screen resolution230k201kCrisper screen (+29k dot)

Common features in the Kodak Z980 and Pentax P80

 Z980 P80 
Focus manually Very exact focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch screen Missing Touch screen

Kodak Z980 vs Pentax P80 Physical Comparison

If you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Kodak Z980 enjoys outer measurements of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") having a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) and the Pentax P80 has dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Analyze the Kodak Z980 versus Pentax P80 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the Z980 vs the P80.

Kodak Z980 vs Pentax P80 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z980 and P80 is 68 and 95 respectively.

Kodak Z980 vs Pentax P80 top view buttons comparison

Kodak Z980 vs Pentax P80 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it is very tough to see the difference in sensor measurements just by checking out technical specs. The visual here will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z980 and P80.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of photos but you may want to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The older Z980 will be behind in sensor technology.

Kodak Z980 vs Pentax P80 sensor size comparison

Kodak Z980 vs Pentax P80 Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak Z980 vs Pentax P80 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth Filming

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Kodak Z980
Portrait photography with Pentax P80
41
you can focus manually
delivers RAW files
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
27
has manual focus
manual mode not possible
no external flash support
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools Could Be Added to WhatsApp

Street Comparison

Kodak Z980 Street photography features
Pentax P80 Street photography features
54
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
delivers RAW files
no articulating screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
55
lighter than others (125g)
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durability

Sports Comparison

Kodak Z980 Sports photography information
Pentax P80 Sports photography information
34
incredible zoom range (26-624mm 24.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
low frames per second (1.0 frames per second)
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
17
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,000s)
slow frames per second (3.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuit

Travel Comparison

Kodak Z980 Travel photography highlights
Pentax P80 Travel photography highlights
51
has built in flash
rather wide (26mm)
great zoom (624mm)
does not have Timelapse function
megapixel count low (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f2.8)
62
lighter than others (125g)
has built in flash
pretty wide (28mm)
lack of Time Lapse mode
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
sluggish max aperture (f2.6)
TikTok Developing Photo App to Challenge Instagram's Dominance

Landscape Comparison

Kodak Z980 Landscape photography highlights
Pentax P80 Landscape photography highlights
45
you can focus manually
rather wide (26mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
delivers RAW files
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
megapixel count low (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have Timelapse function
32
has manual focus
pretty wide (28mm)
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f2.6)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
manual mode not possible
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
lack of Time Lapse mode
Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks Suggest

Vlogging Comparison

Kodak Z980 Vlogging factors
Pentax P80 Vlogging factors
23
rather wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have microphone port
28
pretty wide (28mm)
lighter than others (125g)
sluggish max aperture (f2.6)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of external mic support
Leica struggles with L-Mount camera sales, tougher than Q or M

Kodak Z980 vs Pentax P80 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak Z980 and Pentax P80
 Kodak EasyShare Z980Pentax Optio P80
General Information
Brand Name Kodak Pentax
Model Kodak EasyShare Z980 Pentax Optio P80
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2009-01-05 2009-08-05
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by - Prime
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 6400 6400
Min native ISO 64 64
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points 25 9
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 26-624mm (24.0x) 28-110mm (3.9x)
Highest aperture f/2.8-5.0 f/2.6-5.8
Macro focus range 10cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3" 2.7"
Resolution of screen 201k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic None
Features
Min shutter speed 16 secs 4 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 1.0 frames per sec 3.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 6.30 m 4.60 m
Flash modes Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off -
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 445 gr (0.98 lb) 125 gr (0.28 lb)
Dimensions 124 x 91 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") 102 x 59 x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0")
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
Card slots 1 1
Launch price $249 $200