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Kodak Z980 vs Samsung TL350

Portability
68
Imaging
35
Features
40
Overall
37
Kodak EasyShare Z980 front
 
Samsung TL350 front
Portability
94
Imaging
33
Features
47
Overall
38

Kodak Z980 vs Samsung TL350 Key Specs

Kodak Z980
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
  • 445g - 124 x 91 x 105mm
  • Released January 2009
Samsung TL350
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-120mm (F2.4-5.8) lens
  • 195g - 100 x 59 x 22mm
  • Launched February 2010
  • Other Name is WB2000
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Kodak Z980 vs Samsung TL350 Overview

The following is a detailed review of the Kodak Z980 vs Samsung TL350, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Kodak and Samsung. The image resolution of the Z980 (12MP) and the TL350 (10MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Z980 was released 13 months earlier than the TL350 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the Z980 scores vs the TL350 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Kodak Z980 over the Samsung TL350

 Z980 TL350 

Reasons to pick Samsung TL350 over the Kodak Z980

 TL350 Z980 
LaunchedFebruary 2010January 2009Newer by 13 months
Screen resolution920k201kClearer screen (+719k dot)

Common features in the Kodak Z980 and Samsung TL350

 Z980 TL350 
Manual focus Very precise focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size3"3"Same screen measurement
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch screen Neither has Touch screen

Kodak Z980 vs Samsung TL350 Physical Comparison

If you are planning to travel with your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Kodak Z980 has exterior measurements of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL350 has specifications of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs).

Check the Kodak Z980 vs Samsung TL350 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the Z980 against the TL350.

Kodak Z980 vs Samsung TL350 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Z980 and TL350 is 68 and 94 respectively.

Kodak Z980 vs Samsung TL350 top view buttons comparison

Kodak Z980 vs Samsung TL350 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is hard to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions just by seeing technical specs. The picture here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Z980 and TL350.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Kodak Z980 to produce more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged Z980 will be behind in sensor technology.

Kodak Z980 vs Samsung TL350 sensor size comparison

Kodak Z980 vs Samsung TL350 Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak Z980 vs Samsung TL350 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Kodak Z980 Portrait photography advice
Samsung TL350 Portrait photography advice
41
focusing manually
exports RAW files
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
35
has manual focus
supports RAW formats
cannot use external flash
MP count low (10MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
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Street Comparison

Kodak Z980 as a Street photography camera
Samsung TL350 as a Street photography camera
54
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
exports RAW files
no articulating screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
65
has image stabilization (Optical)
supports RAW formats
fixed screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
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Sports Comparison

Kodak Z980 as a Sports photography camera
Samsung TL350 as a Sports photography camera
34
great zoom range (26-624mm 24.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow fps (1.0 frames per second)
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
29
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count low (10 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Kodak Z980 Travel photography highlights
Samsung TL350 Travel photography highlights
51
has built in flash
reasonably wide (26mm)
very long zoom (624mm)
does not have Timelapse recording
sensor resolution low (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
60
built-in flash
fairly wide (24mm)
MP count low (10 megapixels)
does not feature selfie friendly display
slow max aperture (f2.4)
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Landscape Comparison

Kodak Z980 as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung TL350 as a Landscape photography camera
45
focusing manually
reasonably wide (26mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
exports RAW files
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have Timelapse recording
50
has manual focus
fairly wide (24mm)
pretty good screen size (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
supports RAW formats
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.4)
MP count low (10MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
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Vlogging Comparison

Kodak Z980 Vlogging highlights
Samsung TL350 Vlogging highlights
23
reasonably wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have external microphone socket
32
fairly wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
slow max aperture (f2.4)
does not feature selfie friendly display
doesn't have external mic port
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Kodak Z980 vs Samsung TL350 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak Z980 and Samsung TL350
 Kodak EasyShare Z980Samsung TL350
General Information
Brand Kodak Samsung
Model type Kodak EasyShare Z980 Samsung TL350
Also called as - WB2000
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Compact
Released 2009-01-05 2010-02-20
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 10 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 3648 x 2736
Max native ISO 6400 3200
Min native ISO 64 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Total focus points 25 -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 26-624mm (24.0x) 24-120mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/2.8-5.0 f/2.4-5.8
Macro focusing range 10cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.9 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3 inches 3 inches
Resolution of display 201k dot 920k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic None
Features
Min shutter speed 16s 16s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter speed 1.0 frames per sec 10.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 6.30 m 5.20 m
Flash options Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow syncro, Manual
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 608 x 342 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 138 x 78 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG H.264
Mic 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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 445g (0.98 pounds) 195g (0.43 pounds)
Physical dimensions 124 x 91 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") 100 x 59 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery ID 4 x AA SLB-11A
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC, internal
Storage slots Single Single
Retail pricing $249 $400