Kodak Z980 vs Nikon S8100

Below is a detailed review of the Kodak Z980 versus Nikon S8100, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Kodak and Nikon. The resolution of the Z980 (12MP) and the S8100 (12MP) is pretty similar and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Z980 was manufactured 20 months earlier than the S8100 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short highlight of how the Z980 grades against the S8100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Z980 and Nikon Coolpix S8100. The entire galleries are provided at Kodak Z980 Gallery and Nikon S8100 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Kodak Z980 has outside measurements of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") along with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) and the Nikon S8100 has dimensions of 104mm x 60mm x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

Look at the Kodak Z980 versus Nikon S8100 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the Z980 vs the S8100.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Z980 and S8100 is 68 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements just by reviewing specifications. The graphic below may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z980 and S8100.

To sum up, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP so you should expect similar quality of pictures however you should always consider the release date of the products into consideration. The older Z980 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.