Kodak Z980 vs Samsung WB35F
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Kodak Z980 vs Samsung WB35F 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
- Introduced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 194g - 101 x 61 x 28mm
- Introduced January 2014

Kodak Z980 vs Samsung WB35F Overview
Below, we will be looking at the Kodak Z980 and Samsung WB35F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Kodak and Samsung. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the Z980 (12MP) and WB35F (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The Z980 was unveiled 6 years earlier than the WB35F and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summation of how the Z980 matches up versus the WB35F for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Kodak Z980 vs Samsung WB35F Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Z980 & Samsung WB35F. The full galleries are available at Kodak Z980 Gallery & Samsung WB35F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z980 over the Samsung WB35F
Z980 | WB35F | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB35F over the Kodak Z980
WB35F | Z980 | |||
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Introduced | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 60 months |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 201k | Clearer screen (+29k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z980 and Samsung WB35F
Z980 | WB35F | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Kodak Z980 vs Samsung WB35F Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Kodak Z980 has exterior measurements of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") having a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) while the Samsung WB35F has specifications of 101mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
Look at the Kodak Z980 and Samsung WB35F in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the Z980 and the WB35F.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z980 and WB35F is 68 and 93 respectively.

Kodak Z980 vs Samsung WB35F Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very hard to picture the gap in sensor sizing merely by researching specs. The photograph underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Z980 and WB35F.
All in all, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Samsung WB35F to render greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The older Z980 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Kodak Z980 vs Samsung WB35F Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak Z980 vs Samsung WB35F Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z980 | Samsung WB35F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Kodak | Samsung |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z980 | Samsung WB35F |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2009-01-05 | 2014-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 25 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-624mm (24.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 201 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 16s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.30 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 445 gr (0.98 lb) | 194 gr (0.43 lb) |
Dimensions | 124 x 91 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") | 101 x 61 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
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 | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $249 | $130 |