Fujifilm HS35EXR vs Kodak Z981
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Fujifilm HS35EXR vs Kodak Z981 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Boost to 12800)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 687g - 131 x 97 x 126mm
- Released January 2013
- Superseded the Fujifilm HS30EXR
- Successor is Fujifilm HS50 EXR
(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
- Launched July 2010
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Here, we are looking at the Fujifilm HS35EXR and Kodak Z981, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Kodak. The resolution of the Fujifilm HS35EXR (16MP) and the Z981 (14MP) is very similar but the Fujifilm HS35EXR (1/2") and Z981 (1/2.3") have different sensor size.
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe Fujifilm HS35EXR was unveiled 2 years after the Z981 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the Fujifilm HS35EXR matches up against the Z981 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Photography Glossary Fujifilm HS35EXR vs Kodak Z981 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR & Kodak EasyShare Z981. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm HS35EXR Gallery & Kodak Z981 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm HS35EXR over the Kodak Z981
| Fujifilm HS35EXR | Z981 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2013 |  | July 2010 | More modern by 31 months |
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 201k | Clearer display (+259k dot) |
Reasons to pick Kodak Z981 over the Fujifilm HS35EXR
| Z981 | Fujifilm HS35EXR |
|---|
Common features in the Fujifilm HS35EXR and Kodak Z981
| Fujifilm HS35EXR | Z981 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Dial accurate focus | ||
| Display size | 3" |  | 3" | Same display size |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither provides Touch display |
Fujifilm HS35EXR vs Kodak Z981 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm HS35EXR provides external measurements of 131mm x 97mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 5.0") and a weight of 687 grams (1.51 lbs) whilst the Kodak Z981 has measurements of 124mm x 85mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") and a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm HS35EXR and Kodak Z981 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm HS35EXR compared to the Z981.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm HS35EXR and Z981 is 59 and 66 respectively.
Fujifilm HS35EXR vs Kodak Z981 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its tough to picture the gap between sensor sizes only by going over technical specs. The picture here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm HS35EXR and Z981.
As you have seen, both cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm HS35EXR with its larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Fujifilm HS35EXR will deliver more detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm HS35EXR should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.
Fujifilm HS35EXR vs Kodak Z981 Screen and ViewFinder
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Fujifilm HS35EXR vs Kodak Z981 Specifications
| Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR | Kodak EasyShare Z981 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | FujiFilm | Kodak |
| Model type | Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR | Kodak EasyShare Z981 |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Released | 2013-01-07 | 2010-07-06 |
| Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | EXR | - |
| Sensor type | EXRCMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor 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 |
| Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
| Max boosted ISO | 12800 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 64 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect 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 | ||
| Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of display | 460k dots | 201k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor with Sunny Day mode | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | 11.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| 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 settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off |
| External flash | ||
| 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 (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) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | 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 | 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 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 life | 600 photographs | - |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
| 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 | 1 | 1 |
| Retail cost | $380 | $299 |