Kodak Z981 vs Sony HX9V

Below is a extended overview of the Kodak Z981 vs Sony HX9V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Sony. The resolution of the Z981 (14MP) and the HX9V (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Z981 was unveiled 12 months prior to the HX9V which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras have different body design with the Kodak Z981 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX9V being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple overview of how the Z981 scores vs the HX9V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare Z981 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The full galleries are viewable at Kodak Z981 Gallery and Sony HX9V Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Kodak Z981 has 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) while the Sony HX9V has dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Examine the Kodak Z981 vs Sony HX9V in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the Z981 compared to the HX9V.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Z981 and HX9V is 66 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is tough to visualise the difference between sensor measurements purely by going over a spec sheet. The visual underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Z981 and HX9V.

Clearly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Sony HX9V to offer you greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a bit more aggressively. The older Z981 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.