Kodak Z981 vs Olympus SZ-12

Below is a extensive review of the Kodak Z981 versus Olympus SZ-12, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Kodak and Olympus. The image resolution of the Z981 (14MP) and the SZ-12 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Z981 was brought out 18 months earlier than the SZ-12 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Kodak Z981 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SZ-12 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the Z981 grades against the SZ-12 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare Z981 & Olympus SZ-12. The entire galleries are available at Kodak Z981 Gallery & Olympus SZ-12 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Kodak Z981 has got outside measurements of 124mm x 85mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") having a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) while the Olympus SZ-12 has proportions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the Z981 against the SZ-12.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z981 and SZ-12 is 66 and 89 respectively.

Typically, its tough to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements just by looking through specifications. The graphic here will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z981 and SZ-12.

Plainly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same resolution and you can expect comparable quality of photos however you will want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The older Z981 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.