Kodak Z981 vs Sony H50
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![Kodak EasyShare Z981 front Kodak EasyShare Z981 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Kodak-EasyShare-Z981/Kodak-Z981-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-H50/Sony-H50-front.jpg)
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Kodak Z981 vs Sony H50 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
- Revealed July 2010
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-465mm (F2.7-4.5) lens
- 547g - 116 x 81 x 86mm
- Released January 2009
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Kodak Z981 vs Sony H50 Overview
Below, we are analyzing the Kodak Z981 and Sony H50, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Kodak and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the Z981 (14MP) and H50 (9MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The Z981 was announced 18 months after the H50 making the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras come with different body type with the Kodak Z981 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony H50 being a Compact camera.
Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a short view of how the Z981 grades against the H50 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Kodak Z981 vs Sony H50 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare Z981 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50. The whole galleries are viewable at Kodak Z981 Gallery and Sony H50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z981 over the Sony H50
Z981 | H50 | |||
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Released | July 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 18 months |
Reasons to pick Sony H50 over the Kodak Z981
H50 | Z981 | |||
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Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 201k | Clearer display (+29k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z981 and Sony H50
Z981 | H50 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly display |
Kodak Z981 vs Sony H50 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Kodak Z981 features external dimensions 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 Sony H50 has proportions of 116mm x 81mm x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 547 grams (1.21 lbs).
Compare the Kodak Z981 and Sony H50 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the Z981 and the H50.
![Kodak Z981 vs Sony H50 size comparison Kodak Z981 vs Sony H50 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Kodak-EasyShare-Z981-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-H50-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Z981 and H50 is 66 and 69 respectively.
![Kodak Z981 vs Sony H50 top view buttons comparison Kodak Z981 vs Sony H50 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Kodak-EasyShare-Z981-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-H50-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Kodak Z981 vs Sony H50 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizes purely by researching specs. The image below will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Z981 and H50.
As you can plainly see, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Kodak Z981 to provide you with extra detail with its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images much more aggressively. The more modern Z981 provides a benefit in sensor technology.
![Kodak Z981 vs Sony H50 sensor size comparison Kodak Z981 vs Sony H50 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Kodak-EasyShare-Z981-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-H50-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Kodak Z981 vs Sony H50 Screen and ViewFinder
![Kodak Z981 vs Sony H50 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Kodak Z981 vs Sony H50 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Kodak-EasyShare-Z981-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-H50-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Kodak Z981 vs Sony H50 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z981 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Kodak | Sony |
Model | Kodak EasyShare Z981 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2010-07-06 | 2009-01-15 |
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 | 9MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3456 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | 31-465mm (15.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/2.7-4.5 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 201 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 16 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 6.20 m | 9.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB 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) | 640 x 480, 30 fps, 320 x 240, 8 fps |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | H.264 | - |
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 540g (1.19 lb) | 547g (1.21 lb) |
Dimensions | 124 x 85 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") | 116 x 81 x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") |
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 model | 4 x AA | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $299 | $80 |