Kodak Z981 vs Sony WX150
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Kodak Z981 vs Sony WX150 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
- Launched July 2010
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 133g - 95 x 56 x 22mm
- Announced February 2012
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Lets examine more closely at the Kodak Z981 and Sony WX150, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Kodak and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the Z981 (14MP) and WX150 (18MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe Z981 was revealed 20 months earlier than the WX150 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Kodak Z981 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony WX150 being a Compact camera.
Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick view of how the Z981 grades against the WX150 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare Z981 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150. The full galleries are provided at Kodak Z981 Gallery & Sony WX150 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z981 over the Sony WX150
| Z981 | WX150 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | More precise focus |
Reasons to pick Sony WX150 over the Kodak Z981
| WX150 | Z981 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | February 2012 |  | July 2010 | More modern by 20 months |
| Display resolution | 461k |  | 201k | Sharper display (+260k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z981 and Sony WX150
| Z981 | WX150 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent display measurement |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Missing Touch friendly display |
Kodak Z981 vs Sony WX150 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Kodak Z981 comes with outer dimensions of 124mm x 85mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") having a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Sony WX150 has sizing of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Analyze the Kodak Z981 and Sony WX150 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the Z981 versus the WX150.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Z981 and WX150 is 66 and 95 respectively.
Kodak Z981 vs Sony WX150 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizes only by going over a spec sheet. The image here will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Z981 and WX150.
As you can see, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Sony WX150 to deliver extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged Z981 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Kodak Z981 vs Sony WX150 Specifications
| Kodak EasyShare Z981 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Kodak | Sony |
| Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z981 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150 |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2010-07-06 | 2012-02-28 |
| Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | - | BIONZ |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4896 x 3672 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
| Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/3.3-5.9 |
| Macro focusing range | 10cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
| Screen resolution | 201k dot | 461k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Screen tech | - | ClearPhoto TFT LCD display |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 16 secs | 30 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 6.20 m | 3.70 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 540 gr (1.19 lb) | 133 gr (0.29 lb) |
| Dimensions | 124 x 85 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") | 95 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" 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 life | - | 240 pictures |
| Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | 4 x AA | NP-BN |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Pricing at launch | $299 | $300 |
