Kodak Z990 vs Panasonic FZ60

Following is a thorough assessment of the Kodak Z990 versus Panasonic FZ60, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Kodak and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the Z990 (12MP) and FZ60 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Z990 was launched 18 months earlier than the FZ60 which makes them a generation away from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the Z990 matches up vs the FZ60 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Z990 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60. The complete galleries are viewable at Kodak Z990 Gallery & Panasonic FZ60 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Kodak Z990 features outside dimensions of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") and a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ60 has proportions of 120mm x 81mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 493 grams (1.09 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the Z990 and the FZ60.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Z990 and FZ60 is 68 and 68 respectively.

Often, it's tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes purely by looking at a spec sheet. The picture below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Z990 and FZ60.

As you can see, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Panasonic FZ60 to give extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged Z990 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.