Fujifilm S9800 vs Kodak Z981
61 Imaging
40 Features
46 Overall
42


66 Imaging
36 Features
37 Overall
36
Fujifilm S9800 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
- Revealed January 2015
(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
- Announced July 2010

Fujifilm S9800 vs Kodak Z981 Overview
Here, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm S9800 and Kodak Z981, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Kodak. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S9800 (16MP) and the Z981 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm S9800 was introduced 4 years after the Z981 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm S9800 grades versus the Z981 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm S9800 vs Kodak Z981 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm S9800 & Kodak EasyShare Z981. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S9800 Gallery & Kodak Z981 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S9800 over the Kodak Z981
Fujifilm S9800 | Z981 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Announced | January 2015 | ![]() | July 2010 | More modern by 56 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 201k | Clearer screen (+259k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Kodak Z981 over the Fujifilm S9800
Z981 | Fujifilm S9800 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focus |
Common features in the Fujifilm S9800 and Kodak Z981
Fujifilm S9800 | Z981 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen size |
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Fujifilm S9800 vs Kodak Z981 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm S9800 enjoys external dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") having a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Kodak Z981 has specifications of 124mm x 85mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") accompanied by a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm S9800 and Kodak Z981 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm S9800 versus the Z981.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S9800 and Z981 is 61 and 66 respectively.

Fujifilm S9800 vs Kodak Z981 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes just by seeing technical specs. The pic here will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S9800 and Z981.
As you have seen, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Fujifilm S9800 to provide greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm S9800 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Fujifilm S9800 vs Kodak Z981 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm S9800 vs Kodak Z981 Specifications
Fujifilm S9800 | Kodak EasyShare Z981 | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Kodak |
Model | Fujifilm S9800 | Kodak EasyShare Z981 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2015-01-14 | 2010-07-06 |
Body design | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 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 | 12800 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focus distance | 7cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dot | 201 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 920 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 97% | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 16 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1700 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (with Auto ISO) | 6.20 m |
Flash modes | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (6oi), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 670 grams (1.48 lb) | 540 grams (1.19 lb) |
Physical 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 Overall 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 | 300 pictures | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | 4 x AA | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $299 | $299 |