Kodak Z981 vs Samsung HZ30W

Here is a complete overview of the Kodak Z981 versus Samsung HZ30W, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Kodak and Samsung. The image resolution of the Z981 (14MP) and the HZ30W (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Z981 was announced 6 months later than the HZ30W which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Kodak Z981 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung HZ30W being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a full comparison, here is a quick overview of how the Z981 scores against the HZ30W when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare Z981 & Samsung HZ30W. The whole galleries are available at Kodak Z981 Gallery & Samsung HZ30W Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Kodak Z981 features physical measurements of 124mm x 85mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") along with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) while the Samsung HZ30W has proportions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Examine the Kodak Z981 versus Samsung HZ30W in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the Z981 vs the HZ30W.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z981 and HZ30W is 66 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing only by checking specs. The graphic here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z981 and HZ30W.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You can anticipate the Kodak Z981 to resolve extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively.