Kodak Z980 vs Sony HX7V

Below is a in depth overview of the Kodak Z980 and Sony HX7V, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Kodak and Sony. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the Z980 (12MP) and HX7V (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Z980 was announced 3 years earlier than the HX7V and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the Z980 scores against the HX7V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Z980 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V. The whole galleries are available at Kodak Z980 Gallery & Sony HX7V Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Kodak Z980 provides exterior 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) while the Sony HX7V has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Contrast the Kodak Z980 and Sony HX7V in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the Z980 vs the HX7V.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Z980 and HX7V is 68 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to envision the difference in sensor measurements purely by checking out specs. The visual below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z980 and HX7V.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Sony HX7V to show greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The older Z980 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.