Kodak Z981 vs Nikon S9100
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Kodak Z981 vs Nikon S9100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 540g - 124 x 85 x 105mm
- Announced July 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 214g - 105 x 62 x 35mm
- Announced July 2011
- Successor is Nikon S9300

Kodak Z981 vs Nikon S9100 Overview
Here is a detailed comparison of the Kodak Z981 vs Nikon S9100, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Kodak and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Z981 (14MP) and the S9100 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The Z981 was manufactured 12 months earlier than the S9100 and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Kodak Z981 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S9100 being a Compact camera.
Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the Z981 scores vs the S9100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Kodak Z981 vs Nikon S9100 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare Z981 & Nikon Coolpix S9100. The entire galleries are provided at Kodak Z981 Gallery & Nikon S9100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z981 over the Nikon S9100
Z981 | S9100 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S9100 over the Kodak Z981
S9100 | Z981 | |||
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Announced | July 2011 | ![]() | July 2010 | Fresher by 12 months |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 201k | Crisper display (+720k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z981 and Nikon S9100
Z981 | S9100 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Kodak Z981 vs Nikon S9100 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Kodak Z981 features exterior 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) and the Nikon S9100 has measurements of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
See the Kodak Z981 vs Nikon S9100 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the Z981 compared to the S9100.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Z981 and S9100 is 66 and 91 respectively.

Kodak Z981 vs Nikon S9100 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading through specifications. The photograph below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z981 and S9100.
To sum up, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You can expect to see the Kodak Z981 to give you more detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The older Z981 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Kodak Z981 vs Nikon S9100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak Z981 vs Nikon S9100 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z981 | Nikon Coolpix S9100 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Kodak | Nikon |
Model | Kodak EasyShare Z981 | Nikon Coolpix S9100 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2010-07-06 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 160 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | 25-450mm (18.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 4cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 201 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 16s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.20 m | 4.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure 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 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 540 gr (1.19 lb) | 214 gr (0.47 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 85 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") | 105 x 62 x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - | 270 images |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $299 | $329 |