Kodak Z990 vs Samsung WB850F
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Kodak Z990 vs Samsung WB850F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-840mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 445g - 124 x 91 x 105mm
- Revealed January 2011
- Additionally referred to as EasyShare Max
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 250g - 109 x 62 x 25mm
- Revealed January 2012
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Here, we are analyzing the Kodak Z990 vs Samsung WB850F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Kodak and Samsung. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the Z990 (12MP) and WB850F (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe Z990 was released 12 months prior to the WB850F and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Kodak Z990 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB850F being a Compact camera.
Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the Z990 matches up vs the WB850F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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This is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare Z990 & Samsung WB850F. The complete galleries are viewable at Kodak Z990 Gallery & Samsung WB850F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z990 over the Samsung WB850F
| Z990 | WB850F |
|---|
Reasons to pick Samsung WB850F over the Kodak Z990
| WB850F | Z990 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | January 2012 |  | January 2011 | More modern by 12 months |
| Display resolution | 614k |  | 460k | Clearer display (+154k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z990 and Samsung WB850F
| Z990 | WB850F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Very exact focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display size | 3" |  | 3" | Same display sizing |
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Kodak Z990 vs Samsung WB850F Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Kodak Z990 comes with exterior measurements of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") along with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) while the Samsung WB850F has measurements of 109mm x 62mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).
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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the Z990 against the WB850F.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z990 and WB850F is 68 and 91 respectively.
Kodak Z990 vs Samsung WB850F Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizes purely by going through specs. The picture underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Z990 and WB850F.
All in all, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Samsung WB850F to produce greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged Z990 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Kodak Z990 vs Samsung WB850F Specifications
| Kodak EasyShare Z990 | Samsung WB850F | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Kodak | Samsung |
| Model | Kodak EasyShare Z990 | Samsung WB850F |
| Also referred to as | EasyShare Max | - |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Revealed | 2011-01-04 | 2012-01-09 |
| Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-840mm (30.0x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/2.8-5.9 |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of display | 460 thousand dots | 614 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Display tech | - | AMOLED display |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 16s | 8s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 8.90 m | 3.50 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 480fps (176 x 128), 240fps (384 x 288) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | BuiltIn |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 445g (0.98 lb) | 250g (0.55 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 124 x 91 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") | 109 x 62 x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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, Double) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail pricing | $299 | $599 |