Kodak Z981 vs Nikon P90

Its time to examine more closely at the Kodak Z981 versus Nikon P90, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Kodak and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Z981 (14MP) and the P90 (12MP) is very well matched and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Z981 was brought out 18 months after the P90 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a short view of how the Z981 scores against the P90 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare Z981 and Nikon Coolpix P90. The entire galleries are available at Kodak Z981 Gallery and Nikon P90 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Kodak Z981 has got physical measurements of 124mm x 85mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") and a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Nikon P90 has proportions of 114mm x 99mm x 83mm (4.5" x 3.9" x 3.3") along with a weight of 400 grams (0.88 lbs).

Contrast the Kodak Z981 versus Nikon P90 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the Z981 against the P90.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Z981 and P90 is 66 and 70 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes only by checking technical specs. The picture underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z981 and P90.

As you have seen, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should expect to see the Kodak Z981 to resolve extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more modern Z981 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.