Kodak Z980 vs Samsung DV150F

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Kodak Z980 versus Samsung DV150F, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Kodak and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the Z980 (12MP) and DV150F (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Z980 was revealed 5 years before the DV150F which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Z980 grades against the DV150F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare Z980 and Samsung DV150F. The full galleries are viewable at Kodak Z980 Gallery and Samsung DV150F Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Kodak Z980 comes with exterior dimensions of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") along with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) whilst the Samsung DV150F has proportions of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Examine the Kodak Z980 versus Samsung DV150F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is a front view size comparison of the Z980 and the DV150F.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z980 and DV150F is 68 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizes only by going through specs. The pic below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Z980 and DV150F.

As you can plainly see, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Samsung DV150F to show extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged Z980 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.