Kodak Z981 vs Pentax P70

Following is a complete overview of the Kodak Z981 versus Pentax P70, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Kodak and Pentax. The image resolution of the Z981 (14MP) and the P70 (12MP) is pretty close and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Z981 was unveiled 17 months after the P70 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Kodak Z981 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax P70 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the Z981 matches up versus the P70 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Z981 and Pentax Optio P70. The full galleries are provided at Kodak Z981 Gallery and Pentax P70 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. 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) whilst the Pentax P70 has proportions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

Take a look at the Kodak Z981 versus Pentax P70 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at the time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the Z981 and the P70.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z981 and P70 is 66 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes purely by viewing specifications. The picture below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Z981 and P70.

To sum up, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Kodak Z981 to result in greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The fresher Z981 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.