Kodak Z990 vs Panasonic ZS20

In this article, we will be matching up the Kodak Z990 and Panasonic ZS20, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Kodak and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Z990 (12MP) and the ZS20 (14MP) is relatively close and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Z990 was brought out 15 months prior to the ZS20 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras offer different body type with the Kodak Z990 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS20 being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the Z990 scores against the ZS20 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare Z990 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20. The entire galleries are viewable at Kodak Z990 Gallery & Panasonic ZS20 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Kodak Z990 offers outside dimensions 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 ZS20 has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the Z990 against the ZS20.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Z990 and ZS20 is 68 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes purely by researching specifications. The image underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z990 and ZS20.

Plainly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can count on the Panasonic ZS20 to result in greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged Z990 will be behind in sensor innovation.