Kodak Z981 vs Nikon L830

Below is a detailed overview of the Kodak Z981 and Nikon L830, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Kodak and Nikon. The image resolution of the Z981 (14MP) and the L830 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Z981 was unveiled 4 years prior to the L830 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the Z981 grades versus the L830 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Z981 & Nikon Coolpix L830. The full galleries are available at Kodak Z981 Gallery & Nikon L830 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Kodak Z981 provides outer measurements of 124mm x 85mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") having a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Nikon L830 has measurements of 110mm x 76mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.6") with a weight of 508 grams (1.12 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the Z981 and the L830.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Z981 and L830 is 66 and 71 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to picture the gap in sensor measurements merely by seeing technical specs. The visual here will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z981 and L830.

As you have seen, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can expect the Nikon L830 to provide more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The older Z981 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.