Kodak Z990 vs Nikon L120
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Kodak Z990 vs Nikon L120 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-840mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 445g - 124 x 91 x 105mm
- Launched January 2011
- Alternative Name is EasyShare Max
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-525mm (F3.1-5.8) lens
- 431g - 110 x 77 x 78mm
- Launched February 2011
- Old Model is Nikon L110
Kodak Z990 vs Nikon L120 Overview
In this write-up, we are matching up the Kodak Z990 vs Nikon L120, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Kodak and Nikon. The image resolution of the Z990 (12MP) and the L120 (14MP) is very well matched and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe Z990 was brought out very close to the L120 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Kodak Z990 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon L120 being a Compact camera.
Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the Z990 grades versus the L120 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Kodak Z990 vs Nikon L120 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare Z990 and Nikon Coolpix L120. The entire galleries are viewable at Kodak Z990 Gallery and Nikon L120 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z990 over the Nikon L120
Z990 | L120 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Nikon L120 over the Kodak Z990
L120 | Z990 | |||
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Display resolution | 921k | 460k | Sharper display (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z990 and Nikon L120
Z990 | L120 | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | February 2011 | Similar generation | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display measurements | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Missing Touch display |
Kodak Z990 vs Nikon L120 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Kodak Z990 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) while the Nikon L120 has proportions of 110mm x 77mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") and a weight of 431 grams (0.95 lbs).
Compare the Kodak Z990 vs Nikon L120 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is the front view scale comparison of the Z990 against the L120.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Z990 and L120 is 68 and 75 respectively.
Kodak Z990 vs Nikon L120 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading through specifications. The picture here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Z990 and L120.
To sum up, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should expect to see the Nikon L120 to give greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a little more aggressively.
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Kodak Z990 vs Nikon L120 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z990 | Nikon Coolpix L120 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Kodak | Nikon |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z990 | Nikon Coolpix L120 |
Also called | EasyShare Max | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2011-01-04 | 2011-02-09 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-840mm (30.0x) | 25-525mm (21.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/3.1-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 16s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.90 m | 6.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 445g (0.98 pounds) | 431g (0.95 pounds) |
Dimensions | 124 x 91 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") | 110 x 77 x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") |
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 life | - | 330 images |
Battery style | - | AA |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $299 | $300 |