Kodak Z981 vs Nikon P80
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Kodak Z981 vs Nikon P80 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
- Introduced July 2010
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.0) lens
- 405g - 110 x 79 x 78mm
- Announced January 2009
- New Model is Nikon P90
Photography Glossary Kodak Z981 vs Nikon P80 Overview
On this page, we are looking at the Kodak Z981 and Nikon P80, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Kodak and Nikon. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the Z981 (14MP) and P80 (10MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe Z981 was launched 18 months after the P80 making them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summary of how the Z981 matches up versus the P80 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare Z981 & Nikon Coolpix P80. The complete galleries are viewable at Kodak Z981 Gallery & Nikon P80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z981 over the Nikon P80
| Z981 | P80 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | July 2010 |  | January 2009 | More modern by 18 months |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Nikon P80 over the Kodak Z981
| P80 | Z981 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 201k | Crisper display (+29k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z981 and Nikon P80
| Z981 | P80 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial accurate focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Lack of Touch display |
Kodak Z981 vs Nikon P80 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Kodak Z981 offers exterior 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 Nikon P80 has proportions of 110mm x 79mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.1" x 3.1") having a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).
Take a look at the Kodak Z981 and Nikon P80 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the Z981 vs the P80.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Z981 and P80 is 66 and 75 respectively.
Kodak Z981 vs Nikon P80 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes merely by looking through specifications. The picture underneath will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z981 and P80.
Plainly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Kodak Z981 to provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The younger Z981 will have a benefit in sensor innovation.
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Kodak Z981 vs Nikon P80 Specifications
| Kodak EasyShare Z981 | Nikon Coolpix P80 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Kodak | Nikon |
| Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z981 | Nikon Coolpix P80 |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Introduced | 2010-07-06 | 2009-01-15 |
| Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 64 | 64 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | 27-486mm (18.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/2.8-4.0 |
| Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3" | 2.7" |
| Resolution of display | 201 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 16s | 8s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 6.20 m | - |
| Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| 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) | 640 x 480, 15/30 fps, 320 x 240, 15 fps, 160 x 120, 15 fps |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| Video file format | H.264 | - |
| 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 | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 540 grams (1.19 lb) | 405 grams (0.89 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 124 x 85 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") | 110 x 79 x 78mm (4.3" x 3.1" x 3.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery ID | 4 x AA | EN-EL5 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (3 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Retail cost | $299 | $400 |
