Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Olympus SP-565UZ and Kodak Z980 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Olympus SP-565UZ has external dimensions of 116 x 84 x 81 mm (4.57 x 3.31 x 3.19″) and weighs 413 g (0.91 lb / 14.57 oz) (including batteries). Kodak Z980 has external dimensions of 124 x 91 x 105 mm (4.88 x 3.58 x 4.13″) and weighs 445 g (0.98 lb / 15.70 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Olympus SP-565UZ and the Kodak Z980. Olympus SP-565UZ is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 8mm narrower, 7mm shorter and 24mm thinner than Kodak Z980.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Olympus SP-565UZ and Kodak Z980.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Olympus SP-565UZ and Kodak Z980.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Olympus SP-565UZ is 32g lighter than the Kodak Z980 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Olympus SP-565UZ nor Kodak EasyShare Z980 provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Kodak Z980's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Olympus SP-565UZ's 2.5" screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.