Kodak Z990 vs Samsung WB750
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Kodak Z990 vs Samsung WB750 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-840mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 445g - 124 x 91 x 105mm
- Released January 2011
- Alternate Name is EasyShare Max
(Full Review)
- 13MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 193g - 105 x 59 x 25mm
- Announced September 2011

Kodak Z990 vs Samsung WB750 Overview
Below, we are evaluating the Kodak Z990 vs Samsung WB750, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the Z990 (12MP) and the WB750 (13MP) is fairly well matched and they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The Z990 was announced 8 months earlier than the WB750 so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Kodak Z990 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB750 being a Compact camera.
Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a short view of how the Z990 scores versus the WB750 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Kodak Z990 vs Samsung WB750 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare Z990 and Samsung WB750. The whole galleries are provided at Kodak Z990 Gallery and Samsung WB750 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z990 over the Samsung WB750
Z990 | WB750 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB750 over the Kodak Z990
WB750 | Z990 | |||
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Announced | September 2011 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 8 months |
Common features in the Kodak Z990 and Samsung WB750
Z990 | WB750 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display size |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Kodak Z990 vs Samsung WB750 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Kodak Z990 features outside dimensions of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") having a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) while the Samsung WB750 has dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
See the Kodak Z990 vs Samsung WB750 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the Z990 against the WB750.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z990 and WB750 is 68 and 93 respectively.

Kodak Z990 vs Samsung WB750 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes only by checking technical specs. The pic below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z990 and WB750.
As you can tell, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Samsung WB750 to give you extra detail with its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged Z990 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Kodak Z990 vs Samsung WB750 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak Z990 vs Samsung WB750 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z990 | Samsung WB750 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Kodak | Samsung |
Model | Kodak EasyShare Z990 | Samsung WB750 |
Also called | EasyShare Max | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2011-01-04 | 2011-09-01 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 13 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4096 x 3072 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-840mm (30.0x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 16s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 8.90 m | 3.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | On, Off, Fill, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30/15 fps), 640 x 480 (30/15 fps), 320x 240 fps (30/15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 445g (0.98 pounds) | 193g (0.43 pounds) |
Dimensions | 124 x 91 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") | 105 x 59 x 25mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | 4 x AA | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $299 | $339 |