Kodak Z981 vs Panasonic ZS50

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Kodak Z981 and Panasonic ZS50, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Kodak and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Z981 (14MP) and the ZS50 (12MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Z981 was revealed 5 years prior to the ZS50 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Kodak Z981 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS50 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick view of how the Z981 grades against the ZS50 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare Z981 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50. The full galleries are provided at Kodak Z981 Gallery & Panasonic ZS50 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Kodak Z981 has 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) and the Panasonic ZS50 has sizing of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at the time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the Z981 versus the ZS50.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z981 and ZS50 is 66 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to envision the gap between sensor dimensions only by checking specs. The picture here may provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z981 and ZS50.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Kodak Z981 to give you extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged Z981 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.