Kodak Z990 vs Nikon S8200

The following is a thorough overview of the Kodak Z990 and Nikon S8200, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Kodak and Nikon. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the Z990 (12MP) and S8200 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Z990 was introduced 7 months before the S8200 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Kodak Z990 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S8200 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the Z990 scores against the S8200 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare Z990 and Nikon Coolpix S8200. The whole galleries are viewable at Kodak Z990 Gallery and Nikon S8200 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Kodak Z990 has got outside dimensions of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") accompanied by a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) and the Nikon S8200 has proportions of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the Z990 vs the S8200.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z990 and S8200 is 68 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to envision the gap in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specifications. The picture underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z990 and S8200.

Plainly, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Nikon S8200 to provide greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged Z990 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.