Kodak Z981 vs Nikon S6500

Lets look more closely at the Kodak Z981 versus Nikon S6500, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Nikon. The image resolution of the Z981 (14MP) and the S6500 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Z981 was revealed 3 years earlier than the S6500 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Kodak Z981 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S6500 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the Z981 grades vs the S6500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare Z981 and Nikon Coolpix S6500. The full galleries are available at Kodak Z981 Gallery and Nikon S6500 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Kodak Z981 provides external measurements of 124mm x 85mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") accompanied by a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) while the Nikon S6500 has measurements of 95mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the Z981 against the S6500.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z981 and S6500 is 66 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specs. The pic below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Z981 and S6500.

All in all, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Nikon S6500 to offer you greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged Z981 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.