Kodak Z980 vs Ricoh G900
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Kodak Z980 vs Ricoh G900 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)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 247g - 118 x 66 x 33mm
- Released February 2018

Kodak Z980 vs Ricoh G900 Overview
The following is a in-depth assessment of the Kodak Z980 versus Ricoh G900, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by brands Kodak and Ricoh. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the Z980 (12MP) and G900 (20MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Z980 was revealed 10 years before the G900 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a full comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the Z980 matches up against the G900 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Kodak Z980 vs Ricoh G900 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare Z980 & Ricoh G900. The full galleries are provided at Kodak Z980 Gallery & Ricoh G900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z980 over the Ricoh G900
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Reasons to pick Ricoh G900 over the Kodak Z980
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Released | February 2018 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 111 months |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 201k | Clearer screen (+839k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z980 and Ricoh G900
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Kodak Z980 vs Ricoh G900 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Kodak Z980 offers exterior measurements of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") and a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) whilst the Ricoh G900 has dimensions of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).
Analyze the Kodak Z980 versus Ricoh G900 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the Z980 compared to the G900.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Z980 and G900 is 68 and 89 respectively.

Kodak Z980 vs Ricoh G900 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very difficult to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reading a spec sheet. The picture below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Z980 and G900.
Clearly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Ricoh G900 to offer you greater detail because of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged Z980 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

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Kodak Z980 vs Ricoh G900 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z980 | Ricoh G900 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Kodak | Ricoh |
Model | Kodak EasyShare Z980 | Ricoh G900 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Launched | 2009-01-05 | 2018-02-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 12MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5184 x 3888 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 125 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
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) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 201 thousand dots | 1,040 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 16s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.30 m | 5.50 m (with Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Flash on, flash off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB 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) | 3840x2160 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Supports FlashAir SD cards |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | DB-110 lithium-ion battery & USB charger |
GPS | None | Built-in |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 445 grams (0.98 lbs) | 247 grams (0.54 lbs) |
Dimensions | 124 x 91 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") | 118 x 66 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 life | - | 340 photographs |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $249 | $752 |