Kodak Z981 vs Samsung WB250F
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Kodak Z981 vs Samsung WB250F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 540g - 124 x 85 x 105mm
- Launched July 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 226g - 106 x 62 x 22mm
- Released January 2013
Kodak Z981 vs Samsung WB250F Overview
Let's look more in depth at the Kodak Z981 versus Samsung WB250F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Kodak and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the Z981 (14MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe Z981 was introduced 3 years earlier than the WB250F which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Kodak Z981 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB250F being a Compact camera.
Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a quick summary of how the Z981 grades versus the WB250F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Kodak Z981 vs Samsung WB250F Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare Z981 & Samsung WB250F. The whole galleries are provided at Kodak Z981 Gallery & Samsung WB250F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z981 over the Samsung WB250F
Z981 | WB250F | |||
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Manual focus | Very exact focus |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB250F over the Kodak Z981
WB250F | Z981 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | July 2010 | More modern by 30 months | |
Display resolution | 460k | 201k | Crisper display (+259k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Kodak Z981 and Samsung WB250F
Z981 | WB250F | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen |
Kodak Z981 vs Samsung WB250F Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and size. The Kodak Z981 provides external measurements of 124mm x 85mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") accompanied by a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Samsung WB250F has specifications of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).
Take a look at the Kodak Z981 versus Samsung WB250F in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view size comparison of the Z981 compared to the WB250F.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the Z981 and WB250F is 66 and 93 respectively.
Kodak Z981 vs Samsung WB250F Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes simply by going through technical specs. The pic here will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z981 and WB250F.
As you can tell, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP and you can expect comparable quality of files but you should always take the age of the cameras into account. The more aged Z981 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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Kodak Z981 vs Samsung WB250F Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z981 | Samsung WB250F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Kodak | Samsung |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z981 | Samsung WB250F |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2010-07-06 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 | - |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 201k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 16s | 16s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 8.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.20 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 540 gr (1.19 pounds) | 226 gr (0.50 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 85 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") | 106 x 62 x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
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 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $299 | $250 |