Kodak Z981 vs Nikon S8200
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![Kodak EasyShare Z981 front Kodak EasyShare Z981 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Kodak-EasyShare-Z981/Kodak-Z981-front.jpg)
![Nikon Coolpix S8200 front Nikon Coolpix S8200 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S8200/Nikon-S8200-front.jpg)
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39 Features
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Kodak Z981 vs Nikon S8200 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
- Revealed July 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-350mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 213g - 104 x 59 x 33mm
- Launched August 2011
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Kodak Z981 vs Nikon S8200 Overview
Here, we will be matching up the Kodak Z981 versus Nikon S8200, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Kodak and Nikon. The image resolution of the Z981 (14MP) and the S8200 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The Z981 was unveiled 13 months before the S8200 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Kodak Z981 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S8200 being a Compact camera.
Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the Z981 scores vs the S8200 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Kodak Z981 vs Nikon S8200 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare Z981 and Nikon Coolpix S8200. The full galleries are available at Kodak Z981 Gallery and Nikon S8200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z981 over the Nikon S8200
Z981 | S8200 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S8200 over the Kodak Z981
S8200 | Z981 | |||
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Launched | August 2011 | ![]() | July 2010 | More modern by 13 months |
Screen resolution | 961k | ![]() | 201k | Crisper screen (+760k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z981 and Nikon S8200
Z981 | S8200 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Kodak Z981 vs Nikon S8200 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Kodak Z981 enjoys outer dimensions of 124mm x 85mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") accompanied by a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) whilst the Nikon S8200 has measurements of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs).
Examine the Kodak Z981 versus Nikon S8200 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the Z981 versus the S8200.
![Kodak Z981 vs Nikon S8200 size comparison Kodak Z981 vs Nikon S8200 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Kodak-EasyShare-Z981-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S8200-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Z981 and S8200 is 66 and 91 respectively.
![Kodak Z981 vs Nikon S8200 top view buttons comparison Kodak Z981 vs Nikon S8200 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Kodak-EasyShare-Z981-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S8200-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Kodak Z981 vs Nikon S8200 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading through specifications. The picture underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Z981 and S8200.
Plainly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Nikon S8200 to give you more detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged Z981 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
![Kodak Z981 vs Nikon S8200 sensor size comparison Kodak Z981 vs Nikon S8200 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Kodak-EasyShare-Z981-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S8200-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Kodak Z981 vs Nikon S8200 Screen and ViewFinder
![Kodak Z981 vs Nikon S8200 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Kodak Z981 vs Nikon S8200 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Kodak-EasyShare-Z981-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S8200-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Portrait Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Kodak Z981 vs Nikon S8200 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z981 | Nikon Coolpix S8200 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Kodak | Nikon |
Model | Kodak EasyShare Z981 | Nikon Coolpix S8200 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2010-07-06 | 2011-08-24 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | 25-350mm (14.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 201 thousand dots | 961 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 16s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.20 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG |
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 540g (1.19 lb) | 213g (0.47 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 85 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") | 104 x 59 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 250 photos |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $299 | $329 |