Kodak Z990 vs Panasonic ZS5

The following is a comprehensive assessment of the Kodak Z990 and Panasonic ZS5, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Z990 (12MP) and the ZS5 (12MP) is fairly well matched and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Z990 was unveiled 7 months after the ZS5 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Kodak Z990 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS5 being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the Z990 matches up versus the ZS5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare Z990 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5. The full galleries are viewable at Kodak Z990 Gallery and Panasonic ZS5 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Kodak Z990 has got 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 ZS5 has dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Look at the Kodak Z990 and Panasonic ZS5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the Z990 versus the ZS5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Z990 and ZS5 is 68 and 92 respectively.

Often, its hard to picture the difference between sensor dimensions purely by looking at technical specs. The picture here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z990 and ZS5.

As you can tell, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP so you should expect similar quality of photos although you should consider the release date of the products into consideration. The younger Z990 provides a benefit in sensor innovation.