Kodak Z981 vs Nikon S8200

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.

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.

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).

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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.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Z981 and S8200 is 66 and 91 respectively.

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.