Kodak Z981 vs Leica V-Lux 30

Here is a complete analysis of the Kodak Z981 and Leica V-Lux 30, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Leica. The resolution of the Z981 (14MP) and the V-Lux 30 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Z981 was unveiled 10 months before the V-Lux 30 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras have different body design with the Kodak Z981 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Leica V-Lux 30 being a Compact camera.

Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a concise view of how the Z981 scores against the V-Lux 30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare Z981 & Leica V-Lux 30. The full galleries are available at Kodak Z981 Gallery & Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Kodak Z981 offers external dimensions of 124mm x 85mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) while the Leica V-Lux 30 has measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") and a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the Z981 compared to the V-Lux 30.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z981 and V-Lux 30 is 66 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing purely by going over specifications. The visual underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Z981 and V-Lux 30.

To sum up, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of files although you might want to consider the age of the products into consideration. The older Z981 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.