Kodak Z981 vs Leica V-Lux 30
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![Kodak EasyShare Z981 front Kodak EasyShare Z981 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Kodak-EasyShare-Z981/Kodak-Z981-front.jpg)
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Kodak Z981 vs Leica V-Lux 30 Key Specs
(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
- Launched July 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 219g - 105 x 58 x 43mm
- Announced May 2011
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Kodak Z981 vs Leica V-Lux 30 Overview
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.
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Kodak Z981 vs Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z981 over the Leica V-Lux 30
Z981 | V-Lux 30 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 30 over the Kodak Z981
V-Lux 30 | Z981 | |||
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Announced | May 2011 | ![]() | July 2010 | Fresher by 10 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 201k | Clearer display (+259k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Kodak Z981 and Leica V-Lux 30
Z981 | V-Lux 30 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen |
Kodak Z981 vs Leica V-Lux 30 Physical Comparison
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).
Check out the Kodak Z981 and Leica V-Lux 30 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
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.
![Kodak Z981 vs Leica V-Lux 30 size comparison Kodak Z981 vs Leica V-Lux 30 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Kodak-EasyShare-Z981-vs-Leica-V-Lux-30-size-comparison.jpg)
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z981 and V-Lux 30 is 66 and 90 respectively.
![Kodak Z981 vs Leica V-Lux 30 top view buttons comparison Kodak Z981 vs Leica V-Lux 30 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Kodak-EasyShare-Z981-vs-Leica-V-Lux-30-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Kodak Z981 vs Leica V-Lux 30 Sensor Comparison
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.
![Kodak Z981 vs Leica V-Lux 30 sensor size comparison Kodak Z981 vs Leica V-Lux 30 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Kodak-EasyShare-Z981-vs-Leica-V-Lux-30-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Kodak Z981 vs Leica V-Lux 30 Screen and ViewFinder
![Kodak Z981 vs Leica V-Lux 30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Kodak Z981 vs Leica V-Lux 30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Kodak-EasyShare-Z981-vs-Leica-V-Lux-30-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Kodak Z981 vs Leica V-Lux 30 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z981 | Leica V-Lux 30 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Kodak | Leica |
Model | Kodak EasyShare Z981 | Leica V-Lux 30 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2010-07-06 | 2011-05-26 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 201k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 16s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.20 m | 5.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone 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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 540 gr (1.19 lb) | 219 gr (0.48 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 85 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") | 105 x 58 x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") |
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 | - | 260 photos |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $299 | $900 |