Kodak Z981 vs Samsung WB1100F
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Kodak Z981 vs Samsung WB1100F 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
- Revealed July 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-875mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 512g - 125 x 87 x 96mm
- Announced January 2014

Kodak Z981 vs Samsung WB1100F Overview
The following is a comprehensive overview of the Kodak Z981 vs Samsung WB1100F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the Z981 (14MP) and the WB1100F (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The Z981 was announced 4 years prior to the WB1100F which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the Z981 matches up versus the WB1100F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Kodak Z981 vs Samsung WB1100F Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare Z981 & Samsung WB1100F. The whole galleries are provided at Kodak Z981 Gallery & Samsung WB1100F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z981 over the Samsung WB1100F
Z981 | WB1100F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB1100F over the Kodak Z981
WB1100F | Z981 | |||
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Announced | January 2014 | ![]() | July 2010 | Newer by 42 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 201k | Sharper display (+259k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z981 and Samsung WB1100F
Z981 | WB1100F | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Kodak Z981 vs Samsung WB1100F Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Kodak Z981 provides 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) whilst the Samsung WB1100F has sizing of 125mm x 87mm x 96mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.8") accompanied by a weight of 512 grams (1.13 lbs).
Compare the Kodak Z981 vs Samsung WB1100F in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the Z981 against the WB1100F.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z981 and WB1100F is 66 and 67 respectively.

Kodak Z981 vs Samsung WB1100F Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions just by checking a spec sheet. The pic here may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z981 and WB1100F.
Clearly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can anticipate the Samsung WB1100F to resolve greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged Z981 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Kodak Z981 vs Samsung WB1100F Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak Z981 vs Samsung WB1100F Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z981 | Samsung WB1100F | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Kodak | Samsung |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z981 | Samsung WB1100F |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2010-07-06 | 2014-01-07 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | 25-875mm (35.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 201 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 16 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.20 m | - |
Flash options | 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 | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 540 grams (1.19 lbs) | 512 grams (1.13 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 85 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") | 125 x 87 x 96mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $299 | $250 |