Kodak Z981 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ
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Kodak Z981 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 413g - 116 x 84 x 81mm
- Introduced January 2009
- Refreshed by Olympus SP-600 UZ
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Below, we are evaluating the Kodak Z981 versus Olympus SP-590 UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Kodak and Olympus. The image resolution of the Z981 (14MP) and the SP-590 UZ (12MP) is very similar and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe Z981 was unveiled 19 months later than the SP-590 UZ making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the Z981 scores vs the SP-590 UZ for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare Z981 and Olympus SP-590 UZ. The full galleries are viewable at Kodak Z981 Gallery and Olympus SP-590 UZ Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z981 over the Olympus SP-590 UZ
| Z981 | SP-590 UZ | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | July 2010 |  | January 2009 | More recent by 19 months |
| Display dimension | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-590 UZ over the Kodak Z981
| SP-590 UZ | Z981 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 201k | Sharper display (+29k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z981 and Olympus SP-590 UZ
| Z981 | SP-590 UZ | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial accurate focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Kodak Z981 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Physical Comparison
When you are intending to lug around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Kodak Z981 comes with external dimensions of 124mm x 85mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") having a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) whilst the Olympus SP-590 UZ has specifications of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") along with a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs).
Take a look at the Kodak Z981 versus Olympus SP-590 UZ in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the Z981 versus the SP-590 UZ.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Z981 and SP-590 UZ is 66 and 72 respectively.
Kodak Z981 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Sensor Comparison
Generally, its hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading specs. The graphic here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z981 and SP-590 UZ.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should expect to see the Kodak Z981 to offer greater detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The younger Z981 provides an advantage in sensor technology.
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Kodak Z981 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Specifications
| Kodak EasyShare Z981 | Olympus SP-590 UZ | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Kodak | Olympus |
| Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z981 | Olympus SP-590 UZ |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Revealed | 2010-07-06 | 2009-01-07 |
| Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3968 x 2976 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 64 | 64 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/2.8-5.0 |
| Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Screen resolution | 201 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 16 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 6.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 6.20 m | 8.00 m |
| Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
| 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) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| Video format | H.264 | 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 | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 540g (1.19 lb) | 413g (0.91 lb) |
| Dimensions | 124 x 85 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") | 116 x 84 x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (12 or 2 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Launch pricing | $299 | $249 |