FujiFilm S1600 vs Kodak Z981
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FujiFilm S1600 vs Kodak Z981 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-420mm (F4.0-4.8) lens
- 337g - 110 x 73 x 81mm
- Released February 2010
- Other Name is FinePix S1770
(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
- Introduced July 2010
FujiFilm S1600 vs Kodak Z981 Overview
Its time to look closer at the FujiFilm S1600 versus Kodak Z981, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Kodak. The sensor resolution of the S1600 (12MP) and the Z981 (14MP) is very well matched and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe S1600 was announced 5 months prior to the Z981 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the S1600 grades vs the Z981 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
FujiFilm S1600 vs Kodak Z981 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix S1600 and Kodak EasyShare Z981. The whole galleries are available at FujiFilm S1600 Gallery and Kodak Z981 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S1600 over the Kodak Z981
S1600 | Z981 | |||
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Display resolution | 230k | 201k | Crisper display (+29k dot) |
Reasons to pick Kodak Z981 over the FujiFilm S1600
Z981 | S1600 | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focus |
Common features in the FujiFilm S1600 and Kodak Z981
S1600 | Z981 | |||
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Introduced | February 2010 | July 2010 | Similar generation | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display size | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither has Touch friendly display |
FujiFilm S1600 vs Kodak Z981 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm S1600 has exterior measurements of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") having a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) while the Kodak Z981 has proportions of 124mm x 85mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") along with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).
Take a look at the FujiFilm S1600 versus Kodak Z981 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the S1600 and the Z981.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S1600 and Z981 is 78 and 66 respectively.
FujiFilm S1600 vs Kodak Z981 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading through a spec sheet. The picture below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S1600 and Z981.
Clearly, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Kodak Z981 to give you greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics much more aggressively.
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FujiFilm S1600 vs Kodak Z981 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S1600 | Kodak EasyShare Z981 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Kodak |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix S1600 | Kodak EasyShare Z981 |
Otherwise known as | FinePix S1770 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-02-02 | 2010-07-06 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-420mm (15.0x) | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/4.0-4.8 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 201k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | 99 percent | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 16 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.40 m | 6.20 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 337 grams (0.74 pounds) | 540 grams (1.19 pounds) |
Dimensions | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 124 x 85 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | 4 x AA | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $130 | $299 |