Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 vs Kodak EasyShare Z980

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A380

      Kodak EasyShare Z980
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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 and the Kodak EasyShare Z980, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 was introduced in August 2009 and Kodak EasyShare Z980 was introduced in January 2009. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 Highlights

      • 14.2 MP APS-C CCD Sensor
      • 100 - 3,200 Native ISO
      • 9 Focus Points
      • Image Stabilization
      • 2.7" 230k dot Tilting Screen
      • Optical (pentamirror) Viewfinder
      • 2.5 fps Continuous Shooting
      • Built-in Flash

      Kodak EasyShare Z980 Highlights

      • 12 MP 1/2.33-inch CCD Sensor
      • 64 - 6,400 Native ISO
      • 25 Focus Points
      • Image Stabilization
      • 3.0" 201k dot Fixed Screen
      • Electronic Viewfinder
      • 1.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1280 x 720 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash
      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Sony Alpha DSLR-A380
      4. Advantage of Kodak EasyShare Z980
      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses
      6. Screen and Viewfinder
      7. Sensor
      8. Photography Features
      9. Connectivity, Battery and Storage
      10. Other Features
      11. Physical Parameters
      12. For Different Types of Photography
      13. Evaluations
      14. Specifications  

      Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

      Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 and Kodak EasyShare Z980.

      PROS

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A380

      Kodak EasyShare Z980

      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Orientation Sensor
      •   Video Capture
      •   64 Lowest Native ISO
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   Built-In Bluetooth
      •   Light - 445 g (0.98 lb / 15.70 oz)
      •   Internal Storage

      CONS

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A380

      Kodak EasyShare Z980

      •   No Video Capture
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 14.2 Megapixel
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 2.5 fps
      •   No Built-in Microphone
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 500 shots
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12 Megapixel
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 201k dot
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.0 fps
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Environmental Sealing


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A380

      Kodak EasyShare Z980

      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   Tilting Screen
      •   Screen Size - 2.7"
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/160 sec
      •   DxO Overall Score - 67
      •   Weight - 519 g (1.14 lb / 18.31 oz)
      •   25 Focus Points
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"

      Advantage of Sony Alpha DSLR-A380

      Sony DSLR-A380
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 over Kodak EasyShare Z980.

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 vs Kodak EasyShare Z980
      Larger Sensor APS-C vs 1/2.33-inch
      Higher Sensor Resolution 14.2 Megapixel vs 12 Megapixel
      Continuous Autofocus vs
      Face Detection vs
      Phase Detection for Autofocus vs
      Screen Type Tilting vs Fixed
      Higher Resolution Screen 230k dot vs 201k dot
      Lower Min Shutter Speed 30 sec vs 16 sec
      Higher Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) 1/4000 sec vs 1/2000 sec
      Higher Max Continuous Shooting 2.5 fps vs 1.0 fps

      Check out other cameras which are frequently compared to Sony Alpha DSLR-A380.

      Sony DSLR-A100
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      APS-C

      10.2 MP

      Sony DSLR-A300
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      APS-C

      10.2 MP

      Sony DSLR-A900
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      Full Frame

      24.6 MP

      Sony DSLR-A500
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      APS-C

      12.3 MP

      Sony DSLR-A850
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      Full Frame

      24.6 MP

      Sony DSLR-A390
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      APS-C

      14.2 MP

      Sony DSLR-A450
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      APS-C

      14.2 MP

      Sony DSLR-A330
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      APS-C

      10.2 MP

      Sony DSLR-A290
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      APS-C

      14.2 MP

      Sony DSLR-A350
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      APS-C

      14.2 MP

      Sony DSLR-A200
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      APS-C

      10.2 MP

      Sony DSLR-A700
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      APS-C

      10.24 MP

      Advantage of Kodak EasyShare Z980

      Kodak Z980
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Kodak EasyShare Z980 over Sony Alpha DSLR-A380.

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 vs Kodak EasyShare Z980
      Video Capture vs
      Lower Native ISO 100 vs 64
      Higher Native ISO 3,200 vs 6,400
      Max Image Resolution 4592 x 3056 vs 4000 x 3000
      More Focus Points 9 vs 25
      Center Autofocus vs
      Contrast Detection for Autofocus vs
      Larger Screen 2.7" vs 3.0"
      Higher Viewfinder Coverage 95% vs 100%
      Built-in Microphone vs Stereo
      Built-In Bluetooth vs
      Lighter 519 g (1.14 lb / 18.31 oz) vs 445 g (0.98 lb / 15.70 oz)
      Internal Storage vs 64 MB

      Check out other cameras which are frequently compared to Kodak EasyShare Z980.

      Nikon S30
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      1/3-inch

      10.1 MP

      Fujifilm XQ2
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      2/3-inch

      12 MP

      Canon R100
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      APS-C

      24.1 MP

      Sony a6600
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Sony a7 III
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      Full Frame

      24.2 MP

      Canon 7D II
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      APS-C

      20.2 MP

      Fujifilm X-M1
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      APS-C

      16.3 MP

      Nikon Z30
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      APS-C

      20.9 MP

      Nikon Z8
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      Full Frame

      45.7 MP

      Canon R7
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      APS-C

      32.5 MP

      Panasonic FZ2500
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      1-inch

      20.1 MP

      Pentax K-01
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      APS-C

      16 MP

      Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 Kodak EasyShare Z980
        Live View Autofocus
        Image StabilizationSensor Shift
        Built-in Flash
      WEAKNESSES Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 Kodak EasyShare Z980
        Low Resolution Sensor14.2 Megapixel12 Megapixel
        Timelapse Recording
        Low Resolution Screen230k dot201k dot
        Low Max Continuous Shooting2.5 fps1.0 fps
        No Microphone Input
        No Headphone Output
        No Built-in GPS
        No Built-In Wi-Fi
        No Environmental Sealing

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Screen

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 has a 2.7" Tilting screen with 230k dot resolution and Kodak EasyShare Z980 has a 3.0" Fixed screen with 201k dot resolution. Tilting screen makes Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 very useful for photography purposes but not so useful for video shooting.

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      Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 with Tilting screen


      Viewfinder

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 has a built-in Optical (pentamirror) viewfinderKodak EasyShare Z980 has a built-in Electronic viewfinder. Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 has 95% coverage with 0.74x (0.49x 35mm equivalent) magnification and Kodak EasyShare Z980 has 100% coverage magnification.

      Sensor

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 features a 14.2 megapixel APS-C CCD sensor with dimensions of 23.6 x 15.8 mm and a total area of 372.9 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 3,200. Kodak EasyShare Z980 features a 12 megapixel 1/2.33-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.08 x 4.56 mm and a total area of 20.8 mm2. Its native ISO range is 64 - 6,400.

      Photography Features

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 is equipped with BIONZ processor and can take pictures up to 4592 x 3056 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4592 x 2576, 3408 x 2272, 3408 x 1920, 2288 x 1520, 2288 x 1280 with 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios. Kodak EasyShare Z980 can take pictures up to 4000 x 3000 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4000 x 2264, 4000 x 2256, 2832 x 2128, 2048 x 1536, 1800 x 1200, 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 960 with 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios.


      Image Stabilization

      The cameras have a built-in image stabilization. On Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 it means that you are still getting vibration reduction when it is paired with non-image stabilizied lenses. It also works with lenses with optical image stabilization and in combination can achieve even better compensation.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      Bluetooth on Kodak EasyShare Z980

      Kodak EasyShare Z980 has a built-in Bluetooth which lets you to connect the camera to a smartphone or a dedicated remote control device. This allows you to remotely trigger the camera, adjust settings and controls remotely through a paired mobile app. While Wi-Fi is generally faster for transferring larger files, Bluetooth can be used for small, selective transfers, it can provide real-time information about your camera's battery status, memory card capacity, and other key settings directly on your paired smartphone or smartwatch.
        Check out the cameras in our database that have built-in Bluetooth.


      USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

      Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. connector for video signal output.


      Battery

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 comes with NP-FH50 battery pack with battery life of 500 shots and Kodak EasyShare Z980 comes with 4 x AA battery pack.


      External Storage Slots

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 has a single SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo card slot. Kodak EasyShare Z980 has a single SD/SDHC card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec on Sony Alpha DSLR-A380, and up to 1/2000 sec on Kodak EasyShare Z980. Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 can shoot continuously up to 2.5 fps. Kodak EasyShare Z980 can shoot continuously up to 1.0 fps.


      Flash

      Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 10.00 m at ISO 100 on Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 and 6.30 m on Kodak EasyShare Z980. They also accept external flash which can be connected via Hot Shoe to Kodak EasyShare Z980. The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/160 sec on Sony Alpha DSLR-A380.

      Physical Parameters

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 body has dimensions of 128 x 97 x 71 mm (5.04 x 3.82 x 2.8") and Kodak EasyShare Z980 body has dimensions of 124 x 91 x 105 mm (4.88 x 3.58 x 4.13"). Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 weighs 519 g (1.14 lb / 18.31 oz) and Kodak EasyShare Z980 weighs 445 g (0.98 lb / 15.70 oz).

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A380

      Kodak EasyShare Z980

      128 mm

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      91 mm

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      Size comparisons of Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 and Kodak EasyShare Z980

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 and Kodak EasyShare Z980 for Different Types of Photography

      We give scores to the cameras for six types of photography based on their features and specifications. Let us see how suitable they are for each type of photography.

      Landscape Photography

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A380

      Kodak EasyShare Z980

      AVERAGE
      69
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      POOR
      46
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 201k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A380

      Kodak EasyShare Z980

      AVERAGE
      69
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 2.5 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 500 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      AVERAGE
      55
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   25 Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 201k dot
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.0 fps

      Wildlife Photography

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A380

      Kodak EasyShare Z980

      AVERAGE
      61
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 2.5 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 500 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      AVERAGE
      61
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   25 Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 201k dot
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.0 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Portrait Photography

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A380

      Kodak EasyShare Z980

      GOOD
      82
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 2.7"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/160 sec
      •   Orientation Sensor
      AVERAGE
      68
      •   Small Sensor
      •   25 Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 201k dot

      Street Photography

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A380

      Kodak EasyShare Z980

      GOOD
      83
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Tilting Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 519 g (1.14 lb / 18.31 oz)
      GOOD
      80
      •   Small Sensor
      •   25 Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 201k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 445 g (0.98 lb / 15.70 oz)

      Travel Photography

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A380

      Kodak EasyShare Z980

      GOOD
      82
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Tilting Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 519 g (1.14 lb / 18.31 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 500 shots
      GOOD
      83
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 201k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 445 g (0.98 lb / 15.70 oz)

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 and Kodak EasyShare Z980 and give them scores of 61 and 58 out of 100 recpectively. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


      Sony Alpha DSLR-A380

      Kodak EasyShare Z980

      OVERALL
      61
      OVERALL
      58

      Sensor

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A380

      Kodak EasyShare Z980

      GOOD
      71
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 14.2 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   DxO Overall Score - 67
      POOR
      47
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12 Megapixel
      •   64 Lowest Native ISO
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO

      Photo

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A380

      Kodak EasyShare Z980

      GOOD
      70
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 2.5 fps
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/160 sec
      GOOD
      70
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.0 fps

      Video

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A380

      Kodak EasyShare Z980

      BAD
      0
      •   Image Stabilization
      POOR
      43
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720

      Focusing

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A380

      Kodak EasyShare Z980

      GOOD
      75
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      AVERAGE
      64
      •   25 Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A380

      Kodak EasyShare Z980

      GOOD
      70
      •   Tilting Screen
      •   Screen Size - 2.7"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      AVERAGE
      69
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 201k dot

      Connectivity

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A380

      Kodak EasyShare Z980

      AVERAGE
      57
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Built-in Microphone
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      AVERAGE
      63
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   Built-In Bluetooth

      Battery, Storage and Physical

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A380

      Kodak EasyShare Z980

      POOR
      42
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 519 g (1.14 lb / 18.31 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 500 shots
      POOR
      44
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 445 g (0.98 lb / 15.70 oz)
      •   Internal Storage


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