Kodak Z990 vs Panasonic FS12

Let's examine more in depth at the Kodak Z990 and Panasonic FS12, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Kodak and Panasonic. The resolution of the Z990 (12MP) and the FS12 (12MP) is fairly close and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

The Z990 was unveiled 21 months after the FS12 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Kodak Z990 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic FS12 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short introduction of how the Z990 matches up vs the FS12 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare Z990 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12. The full galleries are available at Kodak Z990 Gallery & Panasonic FS12 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Kodak Z990 has exterior measurements of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") along with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) while the Panasonic FS12 has proportions of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).

Compare the Kodak Z990 and Panasonic FS12 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the Z990 versus the FS12.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z990 and FS12 is 68 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to picture the gap in sensor dimensions simply by looking through technical specs. The picture here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Z990 and FS12.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of photos although you might want to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The more modern Z990 should have an edge in sensor innovation.