Canon SX400 IS vs Kodak Z981

The following is a in depth assessment of the Canon SX400 IS vs Kodak Z981, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Kodak. The image resolution of the SX400 IS (16MP) and the Z981 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX400 IS was introduced 4 years after the Z981 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX400 IS being a Compact camera and the Kodak Z981 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the SX400 IS grades against the Z981 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX400 IS & Kodak EasyShare Z981. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX400 IS Gallery & Kodak Z981 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX400 IS features external dimensions of 104mm x 69mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") having a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs) whilst the Kodak Z981 has proportions of 124mm x 85mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the SX400 IS against the Z981.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX400 IS and Z981 is 81 and 66 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions only by looking at a spec sheet. The image below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX400 IS and Z981.

As you can see, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Canon SX400 IS to give you extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The younger SX400 IS will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.