Kodak Z981 vs Panasonic FZ2500

On this page, we will be analyzing the Kodak Z981 and Panasonic FZ2500, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom by competitors Kodak and Panasonic. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the Z981 (14MP) and FZ2500 (20MP) and the Z981 (1/2.3") and FZ2500 (1") have totally different sensor sizing.

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The Z981 was launched 7 years prior to the FZ2500 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Z981 matches up against the FZ2500 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Z981 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2500. The complete galleries are provided at Kodak Z981 Gallery & Panasonic FZ2500 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Kodak Z981 features external measurements of 124mm x 85mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ2500 has proportions of 138mm x 102mm x 135mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 5.3") with a weight of 915 grams (2.02 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the Z981 compared to the FZ2500.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z981 and FZ2500 is 66 and 53 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes only by researching specifications. The image underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z981 and FZ2500.

Plainly, both cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Z981 due to its smaller sensor will make getting bokeh more challenging and the Panasonic FZ2500 will provide you with more detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged Z981 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.