Kodak Z981 vs Pentax X-5

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Kodak Z981 vs Pentax X-5, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Kodak and Pentax. The resolution of the Z981 (14MP) and the X-5 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Z981 was released 3 years before the X-5 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief summary of how the Z981 matches up vs the X-5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare Z981 & Pentax X-5. The complete galleries are provided at Kodak Z981 Gallery & Pentax X-5 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Kodak Z981 comes with outside measurements of 124mm x 85mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") accompanied by a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Pentax X-5 has sizing of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") accompanied by a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the Z981 vs the X-5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z981 and X-5 is 66 and 65 respectively.

Normally, its tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading through technical specs. The visual below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z981 and X-5.

As you can tell, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can anticipate the Pentax X-5 to give more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The older Z981 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.