Kodak Z981 vs Panasonic FZ100

Below is a extensive assessment of the Kodak Z981 vs Panasonic FZ100, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Kodak and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Z981 (14MP) and the FZ100 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Z981 was announced within a month of the FZ100 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick view of how the Z981 matches up vs the FZ100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare Z981 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100. The whole galleries are available at Kodak Z981 Gallery and Panasonic FZ100 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and volume. The Kodak Z981 features exterior dimensions of 124mm x 85mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") having a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ100 has sizing of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the Z981 against the FZ100.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z981 and FZ100 is 66 and 67 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to imagine the gap between sensor measurements purely by reading through specs. The photograph below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z981 and FZ100.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP therefore you should expect similar quality of photos but you might want to factor the production date of the products into consideration.