Kodak Z990 vs Samsung SL102

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Kodak Z990 vs Samsung SL102, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Kodak and Samsung. The resolution of the Z990 (12MP) and the SL102 (10MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Z990 was launched 2 years later than the SL102 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Kodak Z990 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung SL102 being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Z990 scores against the SL102 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Z990 and Samsung SL102. The complete galleries are viewable at Kodak Z990 Gallery and Samsung SL102 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Kodak Z990 features 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 Samsung SL102 has proportions of 90mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Look at the Kodak Z990 vs Samsung SL102 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Z990 and the SL102.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z990 and SL102 is 68 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to visualize the difference in sensor measurements purely by researching technical specs. The graphic here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Z990 and SL102.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Kodak Z990 to provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more modern Z990 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.