Casio EX-ZR100 vs Kodak Z981
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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Kodak Z981 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 204g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
- Released July 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 540g - 124 x 85 x 105mm
- Released July 2010
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On this page, we are comparing the Casio EX-ZR100 vs Kodak Z981, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Casio and Kodak. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR100 (12MP) and the Z981 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe EX-ZR100 was introduced 13 months after the Z981 making them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-ZR100 being a Compact camera and the Kodak Z981 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the EX-ZR100 grades against the Z981 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 and Kodak EasyShare Z981. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR100 Gallery and Kodak Z981 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR100 over the Kodak Z981
| EX-ZR100 | Z981 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | July 2011 |  | July 2010 | Newer by 13 months |
| Display resolution | 461k |  | 201k | Sharper display (+260k dot) |
Reasons to pick Kodak Z981 over the Casio EX-ZR100
| Z981 | EX-ZR100 |
|---|
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR100 and Kodak Z981
| EX-ZR100 | Z981 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | More accurate focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal display measurement |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | No Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-ZR100 vs Kodak Z981 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR100 provides external measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Kodak Z981 has measurements of 124mm x 85mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") along with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the EX-ZR100 and the Z981.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR100 and Z981 is 92 and 66 respectively.
Casio EX-ZR100 vs Kodak Z981 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by going over a spec sheet. The pic underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR100 and Z981.
As you can see, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Kodak Z981 to offer you more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more modern EX-ZR100 provides a benefit in sensor tech.
Casio EX-ZR100 vs Kodak Z981 Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Kodak Z981 Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 | Kodak EasyShare Z981 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Casio | Kodak |
| Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 | Kodak EasyShare Z981 |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Released | 2011-07-19 | 2010-07-06 |
| Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Exilim Engine HS | - |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.8-5.0 |
| Macro focus distance | - | 10cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Display resolution | 461k dots | 201k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Display tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | 40.0fps | 1.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | - | 6.20 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 432 x 320 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 64 (480, 1000 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | H.264 | H.264 |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 204 grams (0.45 pounds) | 540 grams (1.19 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 124 x 85 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery model | - | 4 x AA |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Retail pricing | $300 | $299 |
