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Kodak Z981 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ

Portability
66
Imaging
37
Features
37
Overall
37
Kodak EasyShare Z981 front
 
Olympus SP-800 UZ front
Portability
69
Imaging
36
Features
35
Overall
35

Kodak Z981 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Key Specs

Kodak Z981
(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
  • Introduced July 2010
Olympus SP-800 UZ
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 3200 (Boost to 1000)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-840mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
  • 455g - 110 x 90 x 91mm
  • Revealed February 2010
  • Refreshed by Olympus SP-810 UZ
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Kodak Z981 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Overview

On this page, we will be evaluating the Kodak Z981 versus Olympus SP-800 UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Kodak and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the Z981 (14MP) and the SP-800 UZ (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Z981 was released 6 months later than the SP-800 UZ so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Kodak Z981 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SP-800 UZ being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short highlight of how the Z981 matches up vs the SP-800 UZ in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Kodak Z981 over the Olympus SP-800 UZ

 Z981 SP-800 UZ 
Manually focus More accurate focusing

Reasons to pick Olympus SP-800 UZ over the Kodak Z981

 SP-800 UZ Z981 
Screen resolution230k201kClearer screen (+29k dot)

Common features in the Kodak Z981 and Olympus SP-800 UZ

 Z981 SP-800 UZ 
RevealedJuly 2010February 2010Similar generation
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions3"3"Equal screen dimensions
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch screen Absent Touch screen

Kodak Z981 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Physical Comparison

If you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Kodak Z981 has exterior measurements of 124mm x 85mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") and a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) whilst the Olympus SP-800 UZ has dimensions of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") having a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs).

Examine the Kodak Z981 versus Olympus SP-800 UZ in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the Z981 against the SP-800 UZ.

Kodak Z981 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Z981 and SP-800 UZ is 66 and 69 respectively.

Kodak Z981 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ top view buttons comparison

Kodak Z981 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is hard to envision the difference between sensor measurements just by going over technical specs. The visual below may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z981 and SP-800 UZ.

As you have seen, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels so you should expect similar quality of images though you should take the release date of the products into consideration.

Kodak Z981 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ sensor size comparison

Kodak Z981 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak Z981 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Kodak Z981 Portrait photography info
Olympus SP-800 UZ Portrait photography info
46
you can focus manually
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
supports RAW files
can't use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
28
megapixel count decent (14MP)
manual focus not available
no manual mode
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Kodak Z981 Street photography info
Olympus SP-800 UZ Street photography info
50
image stabilization (Optical)
supports RAW files
no moving screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
more heavy than competition in class (540 grams)
46
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no articulating screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Kodak Z981 Sports photography factors
Olympus SP-800 UZ Sports photography factors
43
great zoom range (26-676mm 26.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
slow fps (1.0 fps)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
46
excellent zoom range (28-840mm 30.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count decent (14MP)
supports tracking autofocus
lack of shutter priority mode
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Kodak Z981 Travel photography details
Olympus SP-800 UZ Travel photography details
53
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
built-in flash
rather wide (26mm)
very long zoom (676mm)
missing Timelapse function
more heavy than competition in class (540g)
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
61
megapixel count decent (14MP)
flash built-in
rather wide (28mm)
very long reach (840mm)
screen is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Kodak Z981 Landscape photography features
Olympus SP-800 UZ Landscape photography features
51
you can focus manually
rather wide (26mm)
nice screen size (3")
image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
supports RAW files
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
missing Timelapse function
41
rather wide (28mm)
screen is a decent size (3")
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count decent (14MP)
manual focus not available
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
no manual mode
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Vlogging Comparison

Kodak Z981 Vlogging info
Olympus SP-800 UZ Vlogging info
22
rather wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing microphone port
more heavy than competition in class (540 grams)
24
rather wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
screen is not selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
no external microphone socket
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Kodak Z981 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak Z981 and Olympus SP-800 UZ
 Kodak EasyShare Z981Olympus SP-800 UZ
General Information
Brand Kodak Olympus
Model type Kodak EasyShare Z981 Olympus SP-800 UZ
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Introduced 2010-07-06 2010-02-02
Physical type SLR-like (bridge) Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by - TruePic III
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Peak resolution 4288 x 3216 4288 x 3216
Highest native ISO 6400 3200
Highest enhanced ISO - 1000
Lowest native ISO 64 64
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points - 143
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 26-676mm (26.0x) 28-840mm (30.0x)
Largest aperture f/2.8-5.0 f/2.8-5.6
Macro focusing range 10cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.9 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3" 3"
Resolution of screen 201k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 16 secs 12 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 1.0 frames per sec 10.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 6.20 m 3.10 m
Flash options Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format H.264 H.264
Microphone 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 540 grams (1.19 pounds) 455 grams (1.00 pounds)
Physical dimensions 124 x 85 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") 110 x 90 x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6")
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 Li-50B
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (12 or 2 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Price at release $299 $270