Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Kodak Z981
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Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Kodak Z981 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Expand to 12800)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 687g - 131 x 97 x 126mm
- Introduced January 2012
- Older Model is FujiFilm HS20 EXR
- Refreshed by Fujifilm HS35EXR
(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 HS30EXR vs Kodak Z981 Overview
On this page, we will be matching up the Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Kodak Z981, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Kodak. The resolution of the Fujifilm HS30EXR (16MP) and the Z981 (14MP) is pretty similar but the Fujifilm HS30EXR (1/2") and Z981 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizing.

The Fujifilm HS30EXR was introduced 19 months after the Z981 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm HS30EXR matches up against the Z981 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Kodak Z981 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR & Kodak EasyShare Z981. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm HS30EXR Gallery & Kodak Z981 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm HS30EXR over the Kodak Z981
Fujifilm HS30EXR | Z981 | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | ![]() | July 2010 | More modern by 19 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 201k | Crisper screen (+259k dot) |
Reasons to pick Kodak Z981 over the Fujifilm HS30EXR
Z981 | Fujifilm HS30EXR |
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Common features in the Fujifilm HS30EXR and Kodak Z981
Fujifilm HS30EXR | Z981 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch screen |
Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Kodak Z981 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry around your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm HS30EXR provides exterior dimensions of 131mm x 97mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 5.0") accompanied by a weight of 687 grams (1.51 lbs) whilst the Kodak Z981 has specifications of 124mm x 85mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") having a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).
Look at the Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Kodak Z981 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm HS30EXR vs the Z981.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm HS30EXR and Z981 is 59 and 66 respectively.

Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Kodak Z981 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specifications. The picture underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm HS30EXR and Z981.
Plainly, both of those cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm HS30EXR using its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm HS30EXR will offer extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm HS30EXR should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Kodak Z981 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Kodak Z981 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR | Kodak EasyShare Z981 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Kodak |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR | Kodak EasyShare Z981 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2012-01-05 | 2010-07-06 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 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 area | 30.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
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 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
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 | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.6 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 201k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor with Sunny Day mode | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 16 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 11.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.10 m (Wide: 30cm - 7.1m / Tele: 2.0m - 3.8m ) | 6.20 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | 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 | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 687g (1.51 pounds) | 540g (1.19 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 131 x 97 x 126mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 5.0") | 124 x 85 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | NP-W126 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $430 | $299 |