Kodak Z981 vs Pentax X90
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Kodak Z981 vs Pentax X90 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
- Announced July 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 428g - 111 x 85 x 110mm
- Released July 2010
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In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Kodak Z981 vs Pentax X90, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Pentax. The image resolution of the Z981 (14MP) and the X90 (12MP) is relatively well matched and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe Z981 was brought out about the same time to the X90 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the Z981 grades versus the X90 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare Z981 and Pentax X90. The entire galleries are viewable at Kodak Z981 Gallery and Pentax X90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z981 over the Pentax X90
| Z981 | X90 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Pentax X90 over the Kodak Z981
| X90 | Z981 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 201k | Sharper screen (+29k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z981 and Pentax X90
| Z981 | X90 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | July 2010 |  | July 2010 | Similar generation |
| Focus manually |  | More precise focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Lack of Touch screen |
Kodak Z981 vs Pentax X90 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Kodak Z981 offers outside dimensions of 124mm x 85mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") and a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) whilst the Pentax X90 has measurements of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") having a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the Z981 vs the X90.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z981 and X90 is 66 and 69 respectively.
Kodak Z981 vs Pentax X90 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very hard to picture the gap between sensor sizes purely by checking specifications. The picture below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Z981 and X90.
Plainly, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Kodak Z981 to give extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a little more aggressively.
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Kodak Z981 vs Pentax X90 Specifications
| Kodak EasyShare Z981 | Pentax X90 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Kodak | Pentax |
| Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z981 | Pentax X90 |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Announced | 2010-07-06 | 2010-07-06 |
| Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | - | Prime |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/2.8-5.0 |
| Macro focusing range | 10cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Screen resolution | 201k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 16 secs | 4 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 6.20 m | 9.10 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | - |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| 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) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Mic 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 lb) | 428g (0.94 lb) |
| Dimensions | 124 x 85 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") | 111 x 85 x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") |
| 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 ID | 4 x AA | D-L106 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Price at release | $299 | $350 |