Kodak Z981 vs Panasonic ZS60
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Kodak Z981 vs Panasonic ZS60 Key Specs
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- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 540g - 124 x 85 x 105mm
- Introduced July 2010
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- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-720mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 282g - 112 x 64 x 38mm
- Released January 2016
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ80
- Previous Model is Panasonic ZS50
- Refreshed by Panasonic ZS70
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On this page, we are reviewing the Kodak Z981 vs Panasonic ZS60, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Kodak and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the Z981 (14MP) and ZS60 (18MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe Z981 was manufactured 6 years prior to the ZS60 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Kodak Z981 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS60 being a Compact camera.
Before going right into a full comparison, here is a simple summary of how the Z981 scores against the ZS60 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare Z981 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60. The entire galleries are available at Kodak Z981 Gallery and Panasonic ZS60 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z981 over the Panasonic ZS60
| Z981 | ZS60 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS60 over the Kodak Z981
| ZS60 | Z981 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2016 |  | July 2010 | Newer by 66 months |
| Display resolution | 1040k |  | 201k | Crisper display (+839k dot) |
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Kodak Z981 and Panasonic ZS60
| Z981 | ZS60 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Very precise focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal display measurements |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither provides selfie screen |
Kodak Z981 vs Panasonic ZS60 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Kodak Z981 provides physical dimensions of 124mm x 85mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") along with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS60 has sizing of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the Z981 vs the ZS60.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z981 and ZS60 is 66 and 88 respectively.
Kodak Z981 vs Panasonic ZS60 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's hard to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions only by seeing technical specs. The picture below might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Z981 and ZS60.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS60 to provide more detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged Z981 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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Kodak Z981 vs Panasonic ZS60 Specifications
| Kodak EasyShare Z981 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Kodak | Panasonic |
| Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z981 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 |
| Also called | - | Lumix DMC-TZ80 |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Introduced | 2010-07-06 | 2016-01-05 |
| Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | - | Venus Engine |
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4896 x 3672 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Highest boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 49 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/3.3-6.4 |
| Macro focusing range | 10cm | 3cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of screen | 201k dots | 1,040k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,166k dots |
| Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.46x |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 16 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Highest silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 6.20 m | 5.60 m (at Auto ISO) |
| Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 3840 x 2160 (30p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
| Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| 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 | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 540 grams (1.19 lb) | 282 grams (0.62 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 124 x 85 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") | 112 x 64 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | 37 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 19.3 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.6 |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | 109 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 320 pictures |
| Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 3 shots / 10 secs) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Cost at launch | $299 | $248 |