Canon 30D vs Kodak Z981

Following is a in depth assessment of the Canon 30D and Kodak Z981, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Kodak. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the 30D (8MP) and Z981 (14MP) and the 30D (APS-C) and Z981 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor dimensions.

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The 30D was announced 5 years earlier than the Z981 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon 30D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Kodak Z981 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the 30D matches up versus the Z981 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 30D & Kodak EasyShare Z981. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon 30D Gallery & Kodak Z981 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera often, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon 30D features exterior dimensions of 144mm x 106mm x 74mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 2.9") and a weight of 784 grams (1.73 lbs) whilst the Kodak Z981 has measurements of 124mm x 85mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") accompanied by a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the 30D against the Z981.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the 30D and Z981 is 58 and 66 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes simply by checking a spec sheet. The image underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the 30D and Z981.

As you can see, the two cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The 30D with its bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF easier and the Kodak Z981 will resolve more detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged 30D is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.