Kodak Z980 vs Pentax P80
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Kodak Z980 vs Pentax P80 Key Specs
(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
(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
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 CamerasThe 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.
Kodak Z980 vs Pentax P80 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare Z980 & Pentax Optio P80. The whole galleries are available at Kodak Z980 Gallery & Pentax P80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z980 over the Pentax P80
Z980 | P80 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Pentax P80 over the Kodak Z980
P80 | Z980 | |||
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Announced | August 2009 | January 2009 | More recent by 7 months | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 201k | Crisper screen (+29k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z980 and Pentax P80
Z980 | P80 | |||
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Focus manually | Very exact focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | 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.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.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z980 and P80 is 68 and 95 respectively.
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.
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Kodak Z980 vs Pentax P80 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z980 | Pentax Optio P80 | |
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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 |