FujiFilm S2500HD vs Kodak Z981
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FujiFilm S2500HD vs Kodak Z981 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-504mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 337g - 110 x 73 x 81mm
- Released July 2010
- Other Name is FinePix S2600HD
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 540g - 124 x 85 x 105mm
- Launched July 2010

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Kodak Z981 Overview
Following is a extended overview of the FujiFilm S2500HD and Kodak Z981, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Kodak. The resolution of the S2500HD (12MP) and the Z981 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The S2500HD was announced about the same time to the Z981 which means that they are of a similar age. The two cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the S2500HD scores versus the Z981 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Kodak Z981 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD & Kodak EasyShare Z981. The whole galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S2500HD Gallery & Kodak Z981 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2500HD over the Kodak Z981
S2500HD | Z981 | |||
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Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 201k | Sharper screen (+29k dot) |
Reasons to pick Kodak Z981 over the FujiFilm S2500HD
Z981 | S2500HD | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus |
Common features in the FujiFilm S2500HD and Kodak Z981
S2500HD | Z981 | |||
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Launched | July 2010 | ![]() | July 2010 | Same age |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch screen |
FujiFilm S2500HD vs Kodak Z981 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry around your camera often, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm S2500HD enjoys exterior dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") with a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) and the Kodak Z981 has proportions of 124mm x 85mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") and a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).
Check out the FujiFilm S2500HD and Kodak Z981 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the S2500HD vs the Z981.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the S2500HD and Z981 is 78 and 66 respectively.

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Kodak Z981 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to envision the difference in sensor sizes just by viewing specifications. The picture below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S2500HD and Z981.
To sum up, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Kodak Z981 to provide you with extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures way more aggressively.

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Kodak Z981 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S2500HD vs Kodak Z981 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD | Kodak EasyShare Z981 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Kodak |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD | Kodak EasyShare Z981 |
Alternative name | FinePix S2600HD | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-07-06 | 2010-07-06 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 201 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | 99% | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 16s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.40 m | 6.20 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 337g (0.74 lb) | 540g (1.19 lb) |
Physical 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 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 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $200 | $299 |