Kodak Z980 vs Sony WX300

Below, we will be contrasting the Kodak Z980 versus Sony WX300, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Kodak and Sony. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the Z980 (12MP) and WX300 (18MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next month

The Z980 was launched 5 years earlier than the WX300 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple summary of how the Z980 grades versus the WX300 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare Z980 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300. The complete galleries are provided at Kodak Z980 Gallery & Sony WX300 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Kodak Z980 has got external dimensions of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") having a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) whilst the Sony WX300 has sizing of 96mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 166 grams (0.37 lbs).

Examine the Kodak Z980 versus Sony WX300 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the Z980 against the WX300.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z980 and WX300 is 68 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to see the difference in sensor sizing purely by going through a spec sheet. The visual below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Z980 and WX300.

Clearly, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Sony WX300 to provide greater detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older Z980 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.