Kodak Z981 vs Pentax VS20
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![Kodak EasyShare Z981 front Kodak EasyShare Z981 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Kodak-EasyShare-Z981/Kodak-Z981-front.jpg)
![Pentax Optio VS20 front Pentax Optio VS20 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Pentax-Optio-VS20/Pentax-VS20-front.jpg)
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39 Features
35 Overall
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Kodak Z981 vs Pentax VS20 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
- Released July 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-560mm (F3.1-4.8) lens
- 235g - 111 x 61 x 38mm
- Introduced January 2012
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Kodak Z981 vs Pentax VS20 Overview
Below, we are looking at the Kodak Z981 vs Pentax VS20, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Kodak and Pentax. The resolution of the Z981 (14MP) and the VS20 (16MP) is very similar and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
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The Z981 was introduced 18 months prior to the VS20 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Kodak Z981 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax VS20 being a Compact camera.
Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the Z981 scores against the VS20 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Kodak Z981 vs Pentax VS20 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare Z981 and Pentax Optio VS20. The whole galleries are provided at Kodak Z981 Gallery and Pentax VS20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z981 over the Pentax VS20
Z981 | VS20 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax VS20 over the Kodak Z981
VS20 | Z981 | |||
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Introduced | January 2012 | ![]() | July 2010 | More recent by 18 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 201k | Sharper display (+259k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z981 and Pentax VS20
Z981 | VS20 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly display |
Kodak Z981 vs Pentax VS20 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to lug around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Kodak Z981 enjoys exterior dimensions 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 Pentax VS20 has sizing of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).
Contrast the Kodak Z981 vs Pentax VS20 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the Z981 versus the VS20.
![Kodak Z981 vs Pentax VS20 size comparison Kodak Z981 vs Pentax VS20 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Kodak-EasyShare-Z981-vs-Pentax-Optio-VS20-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z981 and VS20 is 66 and 90 respectively.
![Kodak Z981 vs Pentax VS20 top view buttons comparison Kodak Z981 vs Pentax VS20 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Kodak-EasyShare-Z981-vs-Pentax-Optio-VS20-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Kodak Z981 vs Pentax VS20 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements purely by reading a spec sheet. The visual below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z981 and VS20.
As you can see, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Pentax VS20 to offer you extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The older Z981 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
![Kodak Z981 vs Pentax VS20 sensor size comparison Kodak Z981 vs Pentax VS20 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Kodak-EasyShare-Z981-vs-Pentax-Optio-VS20-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Kodak Z981 vs Pentax VS20 Screen and ViewFinder
![Kodak Z981 vs Pentax VS20 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Kodak Z981 vs Pentax VS20 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Kodak-EasyShare-Z981-vs-Pentax-Optio-VS20-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Kodak Z981 vs Pentax VS20 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z981 | Pentax Optio VS20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Kodak | Pentax |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z981 | Pentax Optio VS20 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-07-06 | 2012-01-25 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | 28-560mm (20.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/3.1-4.8 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 201k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 16 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2500 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.20 m | 2.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 540g (1.19 lbs) | 235g (0.52 lbs) |
Dimensions | 124 x 85 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") | 111 x 61 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
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 ID | 4 x AA | D-LI122 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $299 | $106 |