Kodak Z981 vs Nikon S9700

Here is a comprehensive assessment of the Kodak Z981 and Nikon S9700, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Kodak and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Z981 (14MP) and the S9700 (16MP) is fairly comparable and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Z981 was released 4 years before the S9700 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Kodak Z981 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S9700 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the Z981 grades versus the S9700 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare Z981 & Nikon Coolpix S9700. The complete galleries are viewable at Kodak Z981 Gallery & Nikon S9700 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Kodak Z981 has physical 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 S9700 has proportions of 110mm x 64mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the Z981 and the S9700.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z981 and S9700 is 66 and 90 respectively.

Normally, its hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing purely by checking out a spec sheet. The visual below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z981 and S9700.

Clearly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can anticipate the Nikon S9700 to produce extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The older Z981 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.