Canon G3 X vs Kodak Z981

In this article, we are reviewing the Canon G3 X versus Kodak Z981, one is a Large Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Kodak. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the G3 X (20MP) and Z981 (14MP) and the G3 X (1") and Z981 (1/2.3") feature different sensor size.

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The G3 X was brought out 5 years after the Z981 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a quick summary of how the G3 X scores vs the Z981 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G3 X and Kodak EasyShare Z981. The entire galleries are provided at Canon G3 X Gallery and Kodak Z981 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon G3 X features outer dimensions of 123mm x 77mm x 105mm (4.8" x 3.0" x 4.1") and a weight of 733 grams (1.62 lbs) and the Kodak Z981 has dimensions of 124mm x 85mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") and a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).

See the Canon G3 X versus Kodak Z981 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the G3 X and the Z981.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the G3 X and Z981 is 60 and 66 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes merely by going through technical specs. The pic below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the G3 X and Z981.

As you can tell, the two cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The G3 X featuring a larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Canon G3 X will provide more detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more modern G3 X provides a benefit in sensor technology.