Kodak Z990 vs Nikon P520
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Kodak Z990 vs Nikon P520 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Additionally referred to as EasyShare Max
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1000mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 550g - 125 x 84 x 102mm
- Released January 2013
- Old Model is Nikon P510
- Newer Model is Nikon P530

Kodak Z990 vs Nikon P520 Overview
Below, we will be matching up the Kodak Z990 and Nikon P520, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Kodak and Nikon. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the Z990 (12MP) and P520 (18MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The Z990 was released 3 years before the P520 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise view of how the Z990 scores against the P520 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Kodak Z990 vs Nikon P520 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Z990 and Nikon Coolpix P520. The complete galleries are provided at Kodak Z990 Gallery and Nikon P520 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z990 over the Nikon P520
Z990 | P520 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon P520 over the Kodak Z990
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 25 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen dimension | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+461k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Kodak Z990 and Nikon P520
Z990 | P520 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Kodak Z990 vs Nikon P520 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Kodak Z990 has outer 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 Nikon P520 has proportions of 125mm x 84mm x 102mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.0") accompanied by a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).
Analyze the Kodak Z990 and Nikon P520 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the Z990 vs the P520.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z990 and P520 is 68 and 66 respectively.

Kodak Z990 vs Nikon P520 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes simply by viewing a spec sheet. The pic here might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z990 and P520.
As you can see, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Nikon P520 to render more detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs much more aggressively. The more aged Z990 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Kodak Z990 vs Nikon P520 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak Z990 vs Nikon P520 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z990 | Nikon Coolpix P520 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Kodak | Nikon |
Model | Kodak EasyShare Z990 | Nikon Coolpix P520 |
Also Known as | EasyShare Max | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2011-01-04 | 2013-01-29 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4896 x 3672 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-840mm (30.0x) | 24-1000mm (41.7x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3.2 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 16s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0fps | 7.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 8.90 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 445 grams (0.98 lbs) | 550 grams (1.21 lbs) |
Dimensions | 124 x 91 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") | 125 x 84 x 102mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 200 shots |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | EN-EL5 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $299 | $380 |