Kodak Z980 vs Samsung SL820
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Kodak Z980 vs Samsung SL820 Key Specs
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- 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
- Introduced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
- 168g - 95 x 59 x 23mm
- Launched February 2009
- Also Known as IT100
Kodak Z980 vs Samsung SL820 Overview
Below is a in depth assessment of the Kodak Z980 and Samsung SL820, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Kodak and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the Z980 (12MP) and the SL820 (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe Z980 was manufactured at a similar time to the SL820 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summation of how the Z980 matches up versus the SL820 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Kodak Z980 vs Samsung SL820 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Z980 and Samsung SL820. The entire galleries are provided at Kodak Z980 Gallery and Samsung SL820 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z980 over the Samsung SL820
Z980 | SL820 | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL820 over the Kodak Z980
SL820 | Z980 | |||
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Screen resolution | 230k | 201k | Sharper screen (+29k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z980 and Samsung SL820
Z980 | SL820 | |||
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Launched | January 2009 | February 2009 | Same generation | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither features Touch screen |
Kodak Z980 vs Samsung SL820 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Kodak Z980 enjoys outside dimensions of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) and the Samsung SL820 has dimensions of 95mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
Compare the Kodak Z980 and Samsung SL820 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the Z980 and the SL820.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z980 and SL820 is 68 and 94 respectively.
Kodak Z980 vs Samsung SL820 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements only by looking through technical specs. The visual underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z980 and SL820.
As you can tell, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs however you need to take the production date of the cameras into account.
Kodak Z980 vs Samsung SL820 Screen and ViewFinder
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Kodak Z980 vs Samsung SL820 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z980 | Samsung SL820 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Kodak | Samsung |
Model | Kodak EasyShare Z980 | Samsung SL820 |
Also called | - | IT100 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-01-05 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
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 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-624mm (24.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/3.4-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 201 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 16 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 6.30 m | 4.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 445g (0.98 lbs) | 168g (0.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 91 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") | 95 x 59 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
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 | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $249 | $280 |