Kodak Z980 vs Sony H20
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Kodak Z980 vs Sony H20 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)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 38-380mm (F3.5-4.4) lens
- 250g - 107 x 69 x 47mm
- Released May 2009
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Here is a comprehensive review of the Kodak Z980 vs Sony H20, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Kodak and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Z980 (12MP) and the H20 (10MP) is pretty similar and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe Z980 was revealed 4 months prior to the H20 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the Z980 matches up against the H20 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Below is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Z980 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20. The full galleries are provided at Kodak Z980 Gallery & Sony H20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z980 over the Sony H20
| Z980 | H20 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony H20 over the Kodak Z980
| H20 | Z980 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 201k | Clearer screen (+29k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z980 and Sony H20
| Z980 | H20 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2009 |  | May 2009 | Similar age |
| Focus manually |  | Very exact focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal screen measurements |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Absent Touch screen |
Kodak Z980 vs Sony H20 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Kodak Z980 has outer measurements of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") accompanied by a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) whilst the Sony H20 has proportions of 107mm x 69mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).
Compare the Kodak Z980 vs Sony H20 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the Z980 compared to the H20.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z980 and H20 is 68 and 87 respectively.
Kodak Z980 vs Sony H20 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading specifications. The graphic underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Z980 and H20.
To sum up, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Kodak Z980 to offer you greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively.
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Kodak Z980 vs Sony H20 Specifications
| Kodak EasyShare Z980 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Kodak | Sony |
| Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z980 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20 |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2009-01-05 | 2009-05-14 |
| 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 | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Total focus points | 25 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 26-624mm (24.0x) | 38-380mm (10.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/3.5-4.4 |
| Macro focusing range | 10cm | 2cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3" | 3" |
| Screen resolution | 201 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 16 secs | 30 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 6.30 m | 7.10 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| 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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 445 grams (0.98 lb) | 250 grams (0.55 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 124 x 91 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") | 107 x 69 x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 | NP-BG1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Cost at launch | $249 | $249 |