Kodak Z980 vs Sony W620

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Kodak Z980 versus Sony W620, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Kodak and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Z980 (12MP) and the W620 (14MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Z980 was manufactured 4 years before the W620 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the Z980 matches up vs the W620 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Z980 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620. The entire galleries are available at Kodak Z980 Gallery and Sony W620 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Kodak Z980 has got exterior measurements of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") and a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) and the Sony W620 has measurements of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the Z980 versus the W620.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z980 and W620 is 68 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements simply by checking specs. The graphic underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Z980 and W620.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Sony W620 to give you more detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The older Z980 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.