Kodak Z990 vs Panasonic ZS70

Here, we will be matching up the Kodak Z990 versus Panasonic ZS70, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Kodak and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the Z990 (12MP) and ZS70 (20MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Z990 was brought out 7 years earlier than the ZS70 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Kodak Z990 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS70 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the Z990 grades against the ZS70 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare Z990 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70. The entire galleries are provided at Kodak Z990 Gallery & Panasonic ZS70 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Kodak Z990 offers exterior dimensions of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") having a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS70 has measurements of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") having a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the Z990 versus the ZS70.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Z990 and ZS70 is 68 and 87 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading through specs. The photograph below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Z990 and ZS70.

All in all, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Panasonic ZS70 to give you extra detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older Z990 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.