Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Kodak Z980

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Kodak Z980, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Kodak. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm F550 EXR (16MP) and Z980 (12MP) and the Fujifilm F550 EXR (1/2") and Z980 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm F550 EXR was introduced 2 years after the Z980 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm F550 EXR grades vs the Z980 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix F550 EXR and Kodak EasyShare Z980. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm F550 EXR Gallery and Kodak Z980 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera often, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm F550 EXR has outer measurements of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Kodak Z980 has proportions of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") and a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Kodak Z980 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm F550 EXR versus the Z980.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm F550 EXR and Z980 is 91 and 68 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes just by going over specifications. The image underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm F550 EXR and Z980.

To sum up, the two cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm F550 EXR with its larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF easier and the Fujifilm F550 EXR will deliver extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm F550 EXR will have a benefit in sensor tech.