Kodak Z981 vs Samsung GX-1S

Here is a in depth review of the Kodak Z981 and Samsung GX-1S, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Kodak and Samsung. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the Z981 (14MP) and GX-1S (6MP) and the Z981 (1/2.3") and GX-1S (APS-C) possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The Z981 was brought out 4 years later than the GX-1S and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Kodak Z981 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung GX-1S being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short highlight of how the Z981 grades vs the GX-1S in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare Z981 & Samsung GX-1S. The entire galleries are viewable at Kodak Z981 Gallery & Samsung GX-1S Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Kodak Z981 has got outside measurements of 124mm x 85mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") and a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Samsung GX-1S has dimensions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") with a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs).

Examine the Kodak Z981 and Samsung GX-1S in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the Z981 vs the GX-1S.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Z981 and GX-1S is 66 and 68 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to see the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading specs. The visual here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Z981 and GX-1S.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Z981 featuring a tinier sensor will make getting bokeh more difficult and the Kodak Z981 will deliver more detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The younger Z981 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.