Kodak Z981 vs Olympus VR-320
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Kodak Z981 vs Olympus VR-320 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 540g - 124 x 85 x 105mm
- Launched July 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 158g - 101 x 58 x 29mm
- Launched July 2011
- Successor is Olympus VR-330
Kodak Z981 vs Olympus VR-320 Overview
Here is a comprehensive assessment of the Kodak Z981 and Olympus VR-320, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Kodak and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the Z981 (14MP) and the VR-320 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Nikon Coolpix camera search on Google skyrockets by 8,500%The Z981 was released 12 months before the VR-320 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Kodak Z981 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus VR-320 being a Compact camera.
Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the Z981 matches up against the VR-320 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Kodak Z981 vs Olympus VR-320 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare Z981 and Olympus VR-320. The complete galleries are provided at Kodak Z981 Gallery and Olympus VR-320 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z981 over the Olympus VR-320
Z981 | VR-320 | |||
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Focus manually | More exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Olympus VR-320 over the Kodak Z981
VR-320 | Z981 | |||
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Launched | July 2011 | July 2010 | Fresher by 12 months | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 201k | Sharper screen (+29k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z981 and Olympus VR-320
Z981 | VR-320 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen size | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Kodak Z981 vs Olympus VR-320 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Kodak Z981 enjoys physical measurements of 124mm x 85mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") along with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) while the Olympus VR-320 has specifications of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).
Look at the Kodak Z981 and Olympus VR-320 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the Z981 compared to the VR-320.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Z981 and VR-320 is 66 and 94 respectively.
Kodak Z981 vs Olympus VR-320 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing simply by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Z981 and VR-320.
Clearly, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you have to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The older Z981 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.
Kodak Z981 vs Olympus VR-320 Screen and ViewFinder
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Kodak Z981 vs Olympus VR-320 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z981 | Olympus VR-320 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Kodak | Olympus |
Model | Kodak EasyShare Z981 | Olympus VR-320 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2010-07-06 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | TruePic III |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | 24-300mm (12.5x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 201 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 16 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.20 m | 4.70 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 540g (1.19 lb) | 158g (0.35 lb) |
Dimensions | 124 x 85 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") | 101 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | 4 x AA | LI-42B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $299 | $179 |