Kodak Z981 vs Panasonic ZS10

In this write-up, we are comparing the Kodak Z981 versus Panasonic ZS10, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Kodak and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Z981 (14MP) and the ZS10 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Z981 was introduced 6 months prior to the ZS10 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Kodak Z981 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS10 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summary of how the Z981 matches up vs the ZS10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare Z981 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10. The whole galleries are provided at Kodak Z981 Gallery and Panasonic ZS10 Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Kodak Z981 has got 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) whilst the Panasonic ZS10 has sizing of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the Z981 and the ZS10.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z981 and ZS10 is 66 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to see the difference between sensor measurements only by checking technical specs. The visual here may offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z981 and ZS10.

As you can tell, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP and you should expect similar quality of pictures but you will want to consider the release date of the products into consideration.