Kodak Z981 vs Nikon L28
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Kodak Z981 vs Nikon L28 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
- Revealed July 2010
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F) lens
- 164g - 95 x 60 x 29mm
- Announced January 2013
Kodak Z981 vs Nikon L28 Overview
Here is a complete comparison of the Kodak Z981 and Nikon L28, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Kodak and Nikon. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the Z981 (14MP) and L28 (20MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools Could Be Added to WhatsAppThe Z981 was manufactured 3 years earlier than the L28 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Kodak Z981 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon L28 being a Compact camera.
Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the Z981 matches up vs the L28 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Kodak Z981 vs Nikon L28 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Z981 & Nikon Coolpix L28. The entire galleries are viewable at Kodak Z981 Gallery & Nikon L28 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z981 over the Nikon L28
Z981 | L28 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Nikon L28 over the Kodak Z981
L28 | Z981 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | July 2010 | Fresher by 31 months | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 201k | Crisper screen (+29k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z981 and Nikon L28
Z981 | L28 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Kodak Z981 vs Nikon L28 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Kodak Z981 has physical dimensions of 124mm x 85mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") accompanied by a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Nikon L28 has measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Check the Kodak Z981 and Nikon L28 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the Z981 versus the L28.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Z981 and L28 is 66 and 93 respectively.
Kodak Z981 vs Nikon L28 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing just by looking through specs. The visual below will give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z981 and L28.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Nikon L28 to provide you with greater detail due to its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older Z981 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Kodak Z981 vs Nikon L28 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z981 | Nikon Coolpix L28 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Kodak | Nikon |
Model | Kodak EasyShare Z981 | Nikon Coolpix L28 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2010-07-06 | 2013-01-29 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 5152 x 3864 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | - |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 201k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 16s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.20 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 540 gr (1.19 lbs) | 164 gr (0.36 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 85 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") | 95 x 60 x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
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 | - | 280 images |
Form of battery | - | AA |
Battery model | 4 x AA | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $299 | $90 |