Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Kodak Z981
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Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Kodak Z981 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Boost to 12800)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-360mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
- 215g - 104 x 63 x 33mm
- Announced 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
- Introduced July 2010

Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Kodak Z981 Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Kodak Z981, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Kodak. The image resolution of the Fujifilm F550 EXR (16MP) and the Z981 (14MP) is fairly similar but the Fujifilm F550 EXR (1/2") and Z981 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizes.

The Fujifilm F550 EXR was brought out 13 months later than the Z981 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm F550 EXR being a Compact camera and the Kodak Z981 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summary of how the Fujifilm F550 EXR grades vs the Z981 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Kodak Z981 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix F550 EXR & Kodak EasyShare Z981. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm F550 EXR Gallery & Kodak Z981 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm F550 EXR over the Kodak Z981
Fujifilm F550 EXR | Z981 | |||
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Introduced | July 2011 | ![]() | July 2010 | Fresher by 13 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 201k | Crisper display (+259k dot) |
Reasons to pick Kodak Z981 over the Fujifilm F550 EXR
Z981 | Fujifilm F550 EXR | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing |
Common features in the Fujifilm F550 EXR and Kodak Z981
Fujifilm F550 EXR | Z981 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | No Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Kodak Z981 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm F550 EXR has outer measurements of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Kodak Z981 has sizing of 124mm x 85mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") along with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Kodak Z981 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm F550 EXR versus the Z981.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm F550 EXR and Z981 is 91 and 66 respectively.

Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Kodak Z981 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing purely by going over a spec sheet. The graphic below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm F550 EXR and Z981.
Clearly, both the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm F550 EXR due to its larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Fujifilm F550 EXR will deliver more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm F550 EXR is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

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Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Kodak Z981 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix F550 EXR | Kodak EasyShare Z981 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Kodak |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix F550 EXR | Kodak EasyShare Z981 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2011-07-19 | 2010-07-06 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | EXR | - |
Sensor type | EXRCMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 30.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-360mm (15.0x) | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.3 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.6 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dots | 201 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 16 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 8.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.20 m | 6.20 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (FHD 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (HD 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), High Speed Movie (80 / 160 / 320 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | AVI MPEG4 | H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 215 gr (0.47 lb) | 540 gr (1.19 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 63 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 124 x 85 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 39 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 19.2 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.6 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 158 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | NP-50 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto shutter(Dog, Cat)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $450 | $299 |