Kodak Z990 vs Panasonic FX48
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Kodak Z990 vs Panasonic FX48 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
- Revealed January 2011
- Also referred to as EasyShare Max
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 25-125mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 150g - 95 x 53 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2009
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FX40
Kodak Z990 vs Panasonic FX48 Overview
Here, we will be looking at the Kodak Z990 versus Panasonic FX48, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Kodak and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Z990 (12MP) and the FX48 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe Z990 was introduced 24 months after the FX48 which makes them a generation away from each other. The two cameras feature different body design with the Kodak Z990 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic FX48 being a Compact camera.
Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the Z990 scores vs the FX48 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Kodak Z990 vs Panasonic FX48 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Z990 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48. The whole galleries are provided at Kodak Z990 Gallery & Panasonic FX48 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z990 over the Panasonic FX48
Z990 | FX48 | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | January 2009 | More modern by 24 months | |
Manually focus | Very precise focus | |||
Screen size | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX48 over the Kodak Z990
FX48 | Z990 |
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Common features in the Kodak Z990 and Panasonic FX48
Z990 | FX48 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither provides Touch screen |
Kodak Z990 vs Panasonic FX48 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Kodak Z990 provides physical measurements of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) while the Panasonic FX48 has sizing of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).
Contrast the Kodak Z990 versus Panasonic FX48 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the Z990 against the FX48.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the Z990 and FX48 is 68 and 95 respectively.
Kodak Z990 vs Panasonic FX48 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its tough to envision the gap between sensor sizes only by reviewing technical specs. The image here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Z990 and FX48.
As you can tell, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact MP and you can expect similar quality of images but you will want to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The fresher Z990 will have a benefit in sensor technology.
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Kodak Z990 vs Panasonic FX48 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z990 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Kodak | Panasonic |
Model | Kodak EasyShare Z990 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 |
Also Known as | EasyShare Max | Lumix DMC-FX40 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-01-04 | 2009-01-27 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-840mm (30.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.5 inches |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 16s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/3000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 8.90 m | 6.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 445 gr (0.98 lbs) | 150 gr (0.33 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 91 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") | 95 x 53 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
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 model | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $299 | $325 |