Fujifilm S9400W vs Kodak Z981
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Fujifilm S9400W vs Kodak Z981 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
- Launched January 2014
(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
- Revealed July 2010

Fujifilm S9400W vs Kodak Z981 Overview
Lets look more closely at the Fujifilm S9400W and Kodak Z981, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies FujiFilm and Kodak. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S9400W (16MP) and the Z981 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm S9400W was announced 3 years after the Z981 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the Fujifilm S9400W matches up vs the Z981 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm S9400W vs Kodak Z981 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S9400W and Kodak EasyShare Z981. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S9400W Gallery and Kodak Z981 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S9400W over the Kodak Z981
Fujifilm S9400W | Z981 | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | ![]() | July 2010 | Newer by 43 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 201k | Clearer screen (+259k dot) |
Reasons to pick Kodak Z981 over the Fujifilm S9400W
Z981 | Fujifilm S9400W | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focus |
Common features in the Fujifilm S9400W and Kodak Z981
Fujifilm S9400W | Z981 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Fujifilm S9400W vs Kodak Z981 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm S9400W features outer measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") having a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) whilst the Kodak Z981 has specifications of 124mm x 85mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") and a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm S9400W and Kodak Z981 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm S9400W versus the Z981.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S9400W and Z981 is 61 and 66 respectively.

Fujifilm S9400W vs Kodak Z981 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's hard to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions only by seeing specifications. The image underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S9400W and Z981.
Plainly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Fujifilm S9400W to show greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm S9400W is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

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Fujifilm S9400W vs Kodak Z981 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S9400W | Kodak EasyShare Z981 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Kodak |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix S9400W | Kodak EasyShare Z981 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2014-01-06 | 2010-07-06 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 201 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 201 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 97% | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 16s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1700s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 6.20 m |
Flash options | Auto, forced flash, suppressed flash, slow synchro | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i), 1280 x 960 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 670g (1.48 pounds) | 540g (1.19 pounds) |
Dimensions | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") | 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 life | 500 shots | - |
Battery style | AA | - |
Battery model | 4 x AA | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $330 | $299 |