Fujifilm T550 vs Kodak Z981
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Fujifilm T550 vs Kodak Z981 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F) lens
- 136g - 99 x 57 x 26mm
- Released January 2013
(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
- Released July 2010

Fujifilm T550 vs Kodak Z981 Overview
Here is a complete review of the Fujifilm T550 vs Kodak Z981, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Kodak. The image resolution of the Fujifilm T550 (16MP) and the Z981 (14MP) is very close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm T550 was launched 2 years later than the Z981 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm T550 being a Compact camera and the Kodak Z981 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm T550 scores vs the Z981 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm T550 vs Kodak Z981 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix T550 & Kodak EasyShare Z981. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm T550 Gallery & Kodak Z981 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm T550 over the Kodak Z981
Fujifilm T550 | Z981 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | July 2010 | Fresher by 31 months |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 201k | Crisper display (+29k dot) |
Reasons to pick Kodak Z981 over the Fujifilm T550
Z981 | Fujifilm T550 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing |
Common features in the Fujifilm T550 and Kodak Z981
Fujifilm T550 | Z981 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm T550 vs Kodak Z981 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm T550 has got physical measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Kodak Z981 has measurements of 124mm x 85mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") accompanied by a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm T550 vs Kodak Z981 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm T550 and the Z981.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm T550 and Z981 is 95 and 66 respectively.

Fujifilm T550 vs Kodak Z981 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizing only by viewing specs. The photograph underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm T550 and Z981.
All in all, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Fujifilm T550 to result in extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images way more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm T550 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

Fujifilm T550 vs Kodak Z981 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm T550 vs Kodak Z981 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix T550 | Kodak EasyShare Z981 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Kodak |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix T550 | Kodak EasyShare Z981 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2013-01-07 | 2010-07-06 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3440 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-288mm (12.0x) | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focus range | - | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 201k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 16s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 6.20 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 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 | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264, Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 136 grams (0.30 lbs) | 540 grams (1.19 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 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 model | - | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $160 | $299 |