Kodak Z981 vs Panasonic SZ10
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![Kodak EasyShare Z981 front Kodak EasyShare Z981 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Kodak-EasyShare-Z981/Kodak-Z981-front.jpg)
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Kodak Z981 vs Panasonic SZ10 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
- Released July 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 177g - 99 x 60 x 30mm
- Released January 2015
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Kodak Z981 vs Panasonic SZ10 Overview
Below is a thorough review of the Kodak Z981 vs Panasonic SZ10, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Kodak and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Z981 (14MP) and the SZ10 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The Z981 was manufactured 5 years before the SZ10 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Kodak Z981 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic SZ10 being a Compact camera.
Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the Z981 matches up versus the SZ10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Kodak Z981 vs Panasonic SZ10 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare Z981 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10. The entire galleries are viewable at Kodak Z981 Gallery & Panasonic SZ10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z981 over the Panasonic SZ10
Z981 | SZ10 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ10 over the Kodak Z981
SZ10 | Z981 | |||
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Released | January 2015 | ![]() | July 2010 | More recent by 54 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 201k | Sharper screen (+259k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z981 and Panasonic SZ10
Z981 | SZ10 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Kodak Z981 vs Panasonic SZ10 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to lug around your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Kodak Z981 has outside dimensions of 124mm x 85mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") and a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ10 has measurements of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).
Examine the Kodak Z981 vs Panasonic SZ10 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the Z981 against the SZ10.
![Kodak Z981 vs Panasonic SZ10 size comparison Kodak Z981 vs Panasonic SZ10 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Kodak-EasyShare-Z981-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ10-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z981 and SZ10 is 66 and 93 respectively.
![Kodak Z981 vs Panasonic SZ10 top view buttons comparison Kodak Z981 vs Panasonic SZ10 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Kodak-EasyShare-Z981-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ10-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Kodak Z981 vs Panasonic SZ10 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is hard to see the contrast between sensor measurements simply by looking at specifications. The graphic underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Z981 and SZ10.
To sum up, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Panasonic SZ10 to resolve extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The older Z981 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
![Kodak Z981 vs Panasonic SZ10 sensor size comparison Kodak Z981 vs Panasonic SZ10 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Kodak-EasyShare-Z981-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ10-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Kodak Z981 vs Panasonic SZ10 Screen and ViewFinder
![Kodak Z981 vs Panasonic SZ10 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Kodak Z981 vs Panasonic SZ10 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Kodak-EasyShare-Z981-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ10-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Kodak Z981 vs Panasonic SZ10 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z981 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Kodak | Panasonic |
Model | Kodak EasyShare Z981 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-07-06 | 2015-01-06 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 201 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 16 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | 1.4 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.20 m | 5.20 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye, off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p), 320 x 240 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 540g (1.19 pounds) | 177g (0.39 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 85 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") | 99 x 60 x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 life | - | 200 images |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $299 | $200 |