Kodak Z981 vs Olympus 1

Below, we will be comparing the Kodak Z981 versus Olympus 1, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Kodak and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the Z981 (14MP) and the 1 (12MP) is relatively well matched but the Z981 (1/2.3") and 1 (1/1.7") feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The Z981 was introduced 4 years earlier than the 1 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the Z981 grades against the 1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare Z981 and Olympus Stylus 1. The whole galleries are provided at Kodak Z981 Gallery and Olympus 1 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Kodak Z981 has got physical measurements 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 Olympus 1 has measurements of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") with a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the Z981 vs the 1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z981 and 1 is 66 and 79 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by looking at specifications. The image below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z981 and 1.

Plainly, both cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Z981 having a tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh tougher and the Kodak Z981 will resolve greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged Z981 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.