Kodak Z981 vs Samsung WB210
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Kodak Z981 vs Samsung WB210 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
- Introduced July 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F2.9-5.9) lens
- 174g - 101 x 59 x 22mm
- Announced July 2011
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The following is a in-depth comparison of the Kodak Z981 versus Samsung WB210, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the Z981 (14MP) and the WB210 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe Z981 was unveiled 12 months before the WB210 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Kodak Z981 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB210 being a Compact camera.
Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the Z981 scores against the WB210 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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This is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare Z981 & Samsung WB210. The full galleries are provided at Kodak Z981 Gallery & Samsung WB210 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z981 over the Samsung WB210
| Z981 | WB210 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 201k | 1k | Clearer screen (+200k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB210 over the Kodak Z981
| WB210 | Z981 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | July 2011 | July 2010 | Newer by 12 months | |
| Screen size | 3.5" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
| Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Kodak Z981 and Samsung WB210
| Z981 | WB210 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus | Dial exact focus | |||
| Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
| Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Kodak Z981 vs Samsung WB210 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to travel with your camera often, you should factor its weight and volume. The Kodak Z981 has 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 WB210 has sizing of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs).
Contrast the Kodak Z981 versus Samsung WB210 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the Z981 against the WB210.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z981 and WB210 is 66 and 94 respectively.
Kodak Z981 vs Samsung WB210 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is difficult to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions simply by researching a spec sheet. The pic here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Z981 and WB210.
As you can see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of files although you need to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged Z981 will be behind in sensor tech.
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Kodak Z981 vs Samsung WB210 Specifications
| Kodak EasyShare Z981 | Samsung WB210 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Kodak | Samsung |
| Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z981 | Samsung WB210 |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Introduced | 2010-07-06 | 2011-07-19 |
| Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
| Highest enhanced ISO | - | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/2.9-5.9 |
| Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3.5 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 201 thousand dots | 1 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 16 secs | 8 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 6.20 m | 3.50 m |
| Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported 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 (60, 30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 540g (1.19 pounds) | 174g (0.38 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 124 x 85 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") | 101 x 59 x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
| 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 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | microSC/SDHC, Internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch cost | $299 | $279 |