Kodak Z981 vs Sony H400
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Kodak Z981 vs Sony H400 Key Specs
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- 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
- Announced July 2010
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- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-1550mm (F3.4-6.5) lens
- 628g - 130 x 95 x 122mm
- Announced February 2014
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Here, we will be comparing the Kodak Z981 and Sony H400, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Kodak and Sony. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the Z981 (14MP) and H400 (20MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe Z981 was released 4 years prior to the H400 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief overview of how the Z981 scores vs the H400 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare Z981 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400. The complete galleries are available at Kodak Z981 Gallery and Sony H400 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z981 over the Sony H400
| Z981 | H400 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Very precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Sony H400 over the Kodak Z981
| H400 | Z981 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | February 2014 |  | July 2010 | More recent by 43 months |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 201k | Sharper screen (+259k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z981 and Sony H400
| Z981 | H400 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen size | 3" |  | 3" | Same screen measurement |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither includes Touch screen |
Kodak Z981 vs Sony H400 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Kodak Z981 features exterior dimensions of 124mm x 85mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") and a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) whilst the Sony H400 has dimensions of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") with a weight of 628 grams (1.38 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at the time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the Z981 against the H400.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Z981 and H400 is 66 and 62 respectively.
Kodak Z981 vs Sony H400 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its tough to envision the difference between sensor measurements only by going over technical specs. The visual here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z981 and H400.
As you have seen, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Sony H400 to deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older Z981 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
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Kodak Z981 vs Sony H400 Specifications
| Kodak EasyShare Z981 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Kodak | Sony |
| Model | Kodak EasyShare Z981 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400 |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Announced | 2010-07-06 | 2014-02-13 |
| Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | - | Bionz(R) |
| 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 | 20MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 5152 x 3864 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | 25-1550mm (62.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/3.4-6.5 |
| Macro focus distance | 10cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of screen | 201k dot | 460k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Screen technology | - | Clear Photo LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | - | 201k dot |
| Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 16 secs | 30 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 6.20 m | 8.80 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off, Advanced Flash |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 X 720 |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| 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 seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 540 grams (1.19 pounds) | 628 grams (1.38 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 124 x 85 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") | 130 x 95 x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 300 photographs |
| Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | 4 x AA | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (Off, 10 sec, 2 sec, portrait1, portrait2) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick PRO Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Launch price | $299 | $268 |