Kodak Z981 vs Olympus 1s

Here, we are looking at the Kodak Z981 vs Olympus 1s, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Kodak and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the Z981 (14MP) and the 1s (12MP) is fairly close but the Z981 (1/2.3") and 1s (1/1.7") provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The Z981 was announced 5 years prior to the 1s and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the Z981 matches up versus the 1s for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare Z981 and Olympus Stylus 1s. The whole galleries are provided at Kodak Z981 Gallery and Olympus 1s Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Kodak Z981 features external 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 1s has sizing of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") and a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs).

Examine the Kodak Z981 vs Olympus 1s in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the Z981 and the 1s.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Z981 and 1s is 66 and 79 respectively.

Often, it is tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing simply by viewing specifications. The visual underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Z981 and 1s.

Plainly, each of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Z981 having a smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field harder and the Kodak Z981 will provide you with extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The older Z981 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.