Kodak Z990 vs Samsung WB350F

Let's examine more in depth at the Kodak Z990 vs Samsung WB350F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Kodak and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap among the sensor resolutions of the Z990 (12MP) and WB350F (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Z990 was announced 4 years prior to the WB350F and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Kodak Z990 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB350F being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the Z990 matches up vs the WB350F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Z990 & Samsung WB350F. The whole galleries are viewable at Kodak Z990 Gallery & Samsung WB350F Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Kodak Z990 comes with external 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 WB350F has specifications of 114mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the Z990 versus the WB350F.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z990 and WB350F is 68 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements just by checking out technical specs. The visual here should provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z990 and WB350F.

As you can tell, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can expect the Samsung WB350F to show more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The older Z990 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.