Kodak Z981 vs Leica V-Lux 2

On this page, we are matching up the Kodak Z981 versus Leica V-Lux 2, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Kodak and Leica. The resolution of the Z981 (14MP) and the V-Lux 2 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Z981 was launched 2 months prior to the V-Lux 2 and they are both of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a quick summary of how the Z981 matches up against the V-Lux 2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare Z981 & Leica V-Lux 2. The complete galleries are viewable at Kodak Z981 Gallery & Leica V-Lux 2 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Kodak Z981 offers exterior dimensions of 124mm x 85mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") along with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Leica V-Lux 2 has measurements of 124mm x 80mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.1" x 3.7") having a weight of 520 grams (1.15 lbs).

See the Kodak Z981 versus Leica V-Lux 2 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the Z981 compared to the V-Lux 2.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Z981 and V-Lux 2 is 66 and 67 respectively.

Often, it is tough to picture the contrast in sensor measurements purely by going through a spec sheet. The graphic here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Z981 and V-Lux 2.

As you can see, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution and you can expect comparable quality of files though you have to consider the age of the cameras into account.