Kodak Z981 vs Nikon L120
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Kodak Z981 vs Nikon L120 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-525mm (F3.1-5.8) lens
- 431g - 110 x 77 x 78mm
- Launched February 2011
- Replaced the Nikon L110

Kodak Z981 vs Nikon L120 Overview
Lets take a deeper look at the Kodak Z981 versus Nikon L120, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Kodak and Nikon. The image resolution of the Z981 (14MP) and the L120 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The Z981 was unveiled 7 months prior to the L120 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Kodak Z981 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon L120 being a Compact camera.
Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the Z981 scores vs the L120 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Kodak Z981 vs Nikon L120 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare Z981 & Nikon Coolpix L120. The full galleries are viewable at Kodak Z981 Gallery & Nikon L120 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z981 over the Nikon L120
Z981 | L120 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focus |
Reasons to pick Nikon L120 over the Kodak Z981
L120 | Z981 | |||
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Launched | February 2011 | ![]() | July 2010 | Newer by 7 months |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 201k | Crisper display (+720k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z981 and Nikon L120
Z981 | L120 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch display |
Kodak Z981 vs Nikon L120 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Kodak Z981 offers outside measurements 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 Nikon L120 has measurements of 110mm x 77mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 431 grams (0.95 lbs).
Look at the Kodak Z981 versus Nikon L120 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the Z981 and the L120.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z981 and L120 is 66 and 75 respectively.

Kodak Z981 vs Nikon L120 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by looking at technical specs. The picture underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z981 and L120.
As you have seen, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP therefore you can expect similar quality of photos although you should always take the age of the products into consideration. The more aged Z981 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

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Kodak Z981 vs Nikon L120 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z981 | Nikon Coolpix L120 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Kodak | Nikon |
Model | Kodak EasyShare Z981 | Nikon Coolpix L120 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2010-07-06 | 2011-02-09 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | 25-525mm (21.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/3.1-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 201k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 16 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.20 m | 6.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 540 gr (1.19 lb) | 431 gr (0.95 lb) |
Dimensions | 124 x 85 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") | 110 x 77 x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") |
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 | - | 330 shots |
Battery type | - | AA |
Battery model | 4 x AA | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $299 | $300 |