Kodak Z981 vs Panasonic ZS8
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Kodak Z981 vs Panasonic ZS8 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 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
- Revealed July 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 210g - 105 x 58 x 33mm
- Revealed July 2011
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-TZ18
- Superseded the Panasonic ZS7
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Let's take a deeper look at the Kodak Z981 versus Panasonic ZS8, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Kodak and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Z981 (14MP) and the ZS8 (14MP) is fairly similar and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe Z981 was brought out 12 months before the ZS8 so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Kodak Z981 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS8 being a Compact camera.
Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the Z981 matches up against the ZS8 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Photography Glossary Kodak Z981 vs Panasonic ZS8 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare Z981 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8. The entire galleries are viewable at Kodak Z981 Gallery and Panasonic ZS8 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z981 over the Panasonic ZS8
| Z981 | ZS8 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS8 over the Kodak Z981
| ZS8 | Z981 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | July 2011 |  | July 2010 | More modern by 12 months |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 201k | Clearer display (+29k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z981 and Panasonic ZS8
| Z981 | ZS8 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent display measurements |
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Kodak Z981 vs Panasonic ZS8 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Kodak Z981 has got external 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 ZS8 has dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).
Analyze the Kodak Z981 versus Panasonic ZS8 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is the front view size comparison of the Z981 against the ZS8.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Z981 and ZS8 is 66 and 92 respectively.
Kodak Z981 vs Panasonic ZS8 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic here will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z981 and ZS8.
Clearly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photographs however you may want to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged Z981 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
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Kodak Z981 vs Panasonic ZS8 Specifications
| Kodak EasyShare Z981 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Kodak | Panasonic |
| Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z981 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 |
| Also called | - | Lumix DMC-TZ18 |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Revealed | 2010-07-06 | 2011-07-19 |
| Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine FHD |
| 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 | 14MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 11 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/3.3-5.9 |
| Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 3cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of screen | 201k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 16s | 60s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 2.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 6.20 m | 5.00 m |
| Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| 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 | 540g (1.19 pounds) | 210g (0.46 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 124 x 85 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") | 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 340 photographs |
| Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Cost at release | $299 | $275 |