Kodak Z981 vs Panasonic FZ200

Below is a comprehensive assessment of the Kodak Z981 and Panasonic FZ200, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Kodak and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Z981 (14MP) and the FZ200 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Z981 was brought out 24 months prior to the FZ200 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a concise view of how the Z981 scores vs the FZ200 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Z981 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200. The entire galleries are available at Kodak Z981 Gallery & Panasonic FZ200 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Kodak Z981 features outer dimensions of 124mm x 85mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") having a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ200 has measurements of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs).

Take a look at the Kodak Z981 and Panasonic FZ200 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the Z981 vs the FZ200.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Z981 and FZ200 is 66 and 65 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements simply by checking out technical specs. The visual underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z981 and FZ200.

As you can tell, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can expect the Kodak Z981 to show extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The older Z981 will be behind in sensor innovation.