Kodak Z990 vs Nikon L100

Following is a comprehensive review of the Kodak Z990 vs Nikon L100, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Nikon. The image resolution of the Z990 (12MP) and the L100 (10MP) is very similar and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Z990 was announced 24 months after the L100 making the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras come with different body type with the Kodak Z990 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon L100 being a Compact camera.

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the Z990 matches up vs the L100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare Z990 and Nikon Coolpix L100. The whole galleries are provided at Kodak Z990 Gallery and Nikon L100 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Kodak Z990 has external measurements of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") and a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) whilst the Nikon L100 has proportions of 110mm x 72mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the Z990 against the L100.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Z990 and L100 is 68 and 79 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specs. The picture here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Z990 and L100.

All in all, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should expect to see the Kodak Z990 to offer more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics much more aggressively. The newer Z990 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.