Kodak Z981 vs Nikon S33
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Kodak Z981 vs Nikon S33 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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)
- 13MP - 1/3.1" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 30-90mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 221g - 110 x 66 x 27mm
- Launched February 2015
Kodak Z981 vs Nikon S33 Overview
Its time to look a little more in depth at the Kodak Z981 versus Nikon S33, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Kodak and Nikon. The image resolution of the Z981 (14MP) and the S33 (13MP) is fairly close but the Z981 (1/2.3") and S33 (1/3.1") posses different sensor dimensions.
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe Z981 was unveiled 5 years earlier than the S33 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Kodak Z981 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S33 being a Compact camera.
Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the Z981 matches up vs the S33 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Kodak Z981 vs Nikon S33 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare Z981 & Nikon Coolpix S33. The full galleries are available at Kodak Z981 Gallery & Nikon S33 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z981 over the Nikon S33
Z981 | S33 | |||
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Manual focus | Very exact focus | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Nikon S33 over the Kodak Z981
S33 | Z981 | |||
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Launched | February 2015 | July 2010 | Fresher by 56 months | |
Display resolution | 230k | 201k | Sharper display (+29k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z981 and Nikon S33
Z981 | S33 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither offers Touch display |
Kodak Z981 vs Nikon S33 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Kodak Z981 offers 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) while the Nikon S33 has measurements of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs).
Take a look at the Kodak Z981 versus Nikon S33 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the Z981 and the S33.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z981 and S33 is 66 and 91 respectively.
Kodak Z981 vs Nikon S33 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizing simply by researching technical specs. The visual here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z981 and S33.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Z981 with its larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh simpler and the Kodak Z981 will result in more detail having an extra 1MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images more aggressively. The older Z981 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
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Kodak Z981 vs Nikon S33 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z981 | Nikon Coolpix S33 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Kodak | Nikon |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z981 | Nikon Coolpix S33 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-07-06 | 2015-02-10 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/3.1" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 4.7 x 3.5mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 16.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 13 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4160 x 3120 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | 30-90mm (3.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 7.7 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 201k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 16s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 4.7fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.20 m | 3.10 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
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 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p), 320 x 240 (30p, 25p) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, 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 pounds) | 221 grams (0.49 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 85 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") | 110 x 66 x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
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 life | - | 220 shots |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 sec, smile timer) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $299 | $150 |