Kodak EasyShare Z981 vs Casio Exilim EX-FC100

      Kodak EasyShare Z981

      Casio Exilim EX-FC100
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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Kodak EasyShare Z981 and the Casio Exilim EX-FC100, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

      Kodak EasyShare Z981 was introduced in July 2010 and Casio Exilim EX-FC100 was introduced in January 2009. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Kodak EasyShare Z981 Highlights

      • 14 MP 1/2.33-inch CCD Sensor
      • 64 - 6,400 Native ISO
      • Image Stabilization
      • 3.0" 201k dot Fixed Screen
      • Electronic Viewfinder
      • 0.9 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1280 x 720 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash

      Casio Exilim EX-FC100 Highlights

      • 9 MP 1/2.3-inch CMOS Sensor
      • 100 - 1,600 Native ISO
      • Image Stabilization
      • 2.70" 230k dot Fixed Screen
      • 1280 x 720 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash
      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Kodak EasyShare Z981
      4. Advantage of Casio Exilim EX-FC100
      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses
      6. Screen and Viewfinder
      7. Sensor
      8. Photography Features
      9. Connectivity, Battery and Storage
      10. Other Features
      11. Physical Parameters
      12. For Different Types of Photography
      13. Evaluations
      14. Specifications  

      Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

      Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Kodak EasyShare Z981 and Casio Exilim EX-FC100.

      PROS

      Kodak EasyShare Z981

      Casio Exilim EX-FC100

      •   Video Capture
      •   64 Lowest Native ISO
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   Internal Storage
      •   Video Capture
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   Light - 156 g (0.34 lb / 5.50 oz)

      CONS

      Kodak EasyShare Z981

      Casio Exilim EX-FC100

      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 14 Megapixel
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 201k dot
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 0.9 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 9 Megapixel
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/1000 sec
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Kodak EasyShare Z981

      Casio Exilim EX-FC100

      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Weight - 540 g (1.19 lb / 19.05 oz)
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"

      Advantage of Kodak EasyShare Z981

      Kodak Z981
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Kodak EasyShare Z981 over Casio Exilim EX-FC100.

      Kodak EasyShare Z981 vs Casio Exilim EX-FC100
      Higher Sensor Resolution 14 Megapixel vs 9 Megapixel
      Lower Native ISO 64 vs 100
      Higher Native ISO 6,400 vs 1,600
      Max Image Resolution 4288 x 3216 vs 3456 x 2592
      RAW Support vs
      Multi Area Autofocus vs
      Center Autofocus vs
      Maximum Aperture at Wide End f/2.8 vs f/3.6
      Maximum Aperture at Tele End f/5.0 vs f/8.5
      Larger Screen 3.0" vs 2.70"
      Viewfinder Electronic vs
      Lower Min Shutter Speed 16 sec vs 1 sec
      Higher Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) 1/2000 sec vs 1/1000 sec

      Check out other cameras which are frequently compared to Kodak EasyShare Z981.

      Nikon D3200
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Canon 360 HS
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      1/2.3-inch

      20.3 MP

      Canon 7D II
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      APS-C

      20.2 MP

      Kodak Sport C123
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      1/2.3-inch

      12 MP

      Canon 170 IS
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      1/2.3-inch

      20 MP

      Nikon D3000
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      APS-C

      10.2 MP

      Sony QX100
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      1-inch

      20.2 MP

      Canon A2500
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      1/2.3-inch

      16.0 MP

      Sony a6700
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      APS-C

      26.0 MP

      Canon R7
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      APS-C

      32.5 MP

      Olympus PEN E-PL6
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      Micro Four Thirds

      16 MP

      Panasonic TS3
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      1/2.33-inch

      12.1 MP

      Advantage of Casio Exilim EX-FC100

      Casio EX-FC100
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Casio Exilim EX-FC100 over Kodak EasyShare Z981.

      Kodak EasyShare Z981 vs Casio Exilim EX-FC100
      Larger Sensor 1/2.33-inch vs 1/2.3-inch
      Higher Resolution Screen 201k dot vs 230k dot
      Lighter 540 g (1.19 lb / 19.05 oz) vs 156 g (0.34 lb / 5.50 oz)

      Check out other cameras which are frequently compared to Casio Exilim EX-FC100.

      Nikon B500
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      1/2.3-inch

      16 MP

      Nikon D3200
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Nikon D200
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      APS-C

      10.2 MP

      Olympus E-410
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      Micro Four Thirds

      10.0 MP

      Nikon D4
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      Full Frame

      16.2 MP

      Sony a6700
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      APS-C

      26.0 MP

      Sony a7CR
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      Full Frame

      60.2 MP

      Sigma sd Quattro H
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      APS-H

      44.8 MP

      Canon SX20 IS
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      1/2.3-inch

      12.1 MP

      Canon SX30 IS
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      1/2.3-inch

      14.1 MP

      Sony DSLR-A350
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      APS-C

      14.2 MP

      Olympus OM-D E-M1X
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      Micro Four Thirds

      20.4 MP

      Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Kodak EasyShare Z981 Casio Exilim EX-FC100
        Video Capture
        High Native ISO6,4001,600
        Live View Autofocus
        Image Stabilization
        Built-in Flash
      WEAKNESSES Kodak EasyShare Z981 Casio Exilim EX-FC100
        Small Sensor1/2.33-inch1/2.3-inch
        Low Resolution Sensor14 Megapixel9 Megapixel
        Timelapse Recording
        No Face Detection
        Screen TypeFixedFixed
        Low Resolution Screen201k dot230k dot
        Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/2000 sec1/1000 sec
        No External Flash Connectivity
        Low Video Resolution1280 x 7201280 x 720
        No HDMI Output
        No Microphone Input
        No Headphone Output
        No Built-in GPS
        No Built-In Wi-Fi Eye-Fi Connection possible
        No Built-In Bluetooth
        No Environmental Sealing

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Screen

      Kodak EasyShare Z981 has a 3.0" screen with 201k dot resolution and Casio Exilim EX-FC100 has a 2.70" screen with 230k dot resolution. Both have Fixed screens.


      Electronic Viewfinder on Kodak EasyShare Z981

      Kodak EasyShare Z981 has a built-in Electronic viewfinder. It has a 100% coverage. There is no built-in or optional viewfinder available on Casio Exilim EX-FC100.

      Sensor

      Kodak EasyShare Z981 features a 14 megapixel 1/2.33-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.08 x 4.56 mm and a total area of 27.7 mm2. Its native ISO range is 64 - 6,400. Casio Exilim EX-FC100 features a 9 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CMOS sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 20.7 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 1,600.

      Photography Features

      Kodak EasyShare Z981 can take pictures up to 4288 x 3216 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4288 x 2848, 4288 x 2416, 2832 x 2128, 2048 x 1536, 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 960 with 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios. Casio Exilim EX-FC100 can take pictures up to 3456 x 2592 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 3456 x 2304, 3456 x 1944, 2816 x 2112, 2304 x 1728, 1600 x 1200, 640 x 480 with 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios.


      Image Stabilization

      The cameras have a built-in [y] image stabilization.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      NFC on Kodak EasyShare Z981

      Kodak EasyShare Z981 has Near Field Communication (NFC) technology which simplifies the process of pairing it with other NFC-enabled devices like smartphones or tablets. It allows to quickly transfer photos and videos or remotely control the camera from compatible device. NFC can also be used for authentication and security purposes. It can verify your identity before accessing certain features or transferring sensitive data. It can be used with NFC-enabled accessories as well, such as lenses, flashes and GPS devices.


      USB Inputs

      Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer.


      Battery

      Kodak EasyShare Z981 comes with 4 x AA battery pack and Casio Exilim EX-FC100 comes with NP-40 battery pack.


      External Storage Slots

      Kodak EasyShare Z981 has a single SD/SDHC card slot. Casio Exilim EX-FC100 has a single SDHC Memory Card/SD Memory Card/Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Shutter speed can go up to 1/2000 sec on Kodak EasyShare Z981, and up to 1/1000 sec on Casio Exilim EX-FC100. Kodak EasyShare Z981 can shoot continuously up to 0.9 fps.


      Flash

      Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 6.20 m on Kodak EasyShare Z981..

      Physical Parameters

      Kodak EasyShare Z981 body has dimensions of 124 x 85 x 105 mm (4.88 x 3.35 x 4.13") and Casio Exilim EX-FC100 body has dimensions of 100 x 59 x 23 mm (3.94 x 2.32 x 0.91"). Kodak EasyShare Z981 weighs 540 g (1.19 lb / 19.05 oz) and Casio Exilim EX-FC100 weighs 156 g (0.34 lb / 5.50 oz).

      Kodak EasyShare Z981

      Casio Exilim EX-FC100

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      100 mm

      59 mm

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      Size comparisons of Kodak EasyShare Z981 and Casio Exilim EX-FC100

      Kodak EasyShare Z981 and Casio Exilim EX-FC100 for Different Types of Photography

      We give scores to the cameras for six types of photography based on their features and specifications. Let us see how suitable they are for each type of photography.

      Landscape Photography

      Kodak EasyShare Z981

      Casio Exilim EX-FC100

      POOR
      46
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 201k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      POOR
      46
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Kodak EasyShare Z981

      Casio Exilim EX-FC100

      AVERAGE
      57
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 201k dot
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 0.9 fps
      AVERAGE
      55
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder

      Wildlife Photography

      Kodak EasyShare Z981

      Casio Exilim EX-FC100

      AVERAGE
      64
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 201k dot
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 0.9 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      AVERAGE
      61
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Portrait Photography

      Kodak EasyShare Z981

      Casio Exilim EX-FC100

      AVERAGE
      59
      •   Small Sensor
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 201k dot
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      AVERAGE
      58
      •   Small Sensor
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No External Flash Connectivity

      Street Photography

      Kodak EasyShare Z981

      Casio Exilim EX-FC100

      GOOD
      80
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 201k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 540 g (1.19 lb / 19.05 oz)
      GOOD
      84
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 156 g (0.34 lb / 5.50 oz)

      Travel Photography

      Kodak EasyShare Z981

      Casio Exilim EX-FC100

      GOOD
      81
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 201k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 540 g (1.19 lb / 19.05 oz)
      EXCELLENT
      87
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 156 g (0.34 lb / 5.50 oz)

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Kodak EasyShare Z981 and Casio Exilim EX-FC100 and give them scores of 57 and 53 out of 100 recpectively. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


      Kodak EasyShare Z981

      Casio Exilim EX-FC100

      OVERALL
      57
      OVERALL
      53

      Sensor

      Kodak EasyShare Z981

      Casio Exilim EX-FC100

      POOR
      47
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 14 Megapixel
      •   64 Lowest Native ISO
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      POOR
      49
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 9 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO

      Photo

      Kodak EasyShare Z981

      Casio Exilim EX-FC100

      AVERAGE
      67
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 0.9 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      AVERAGE
      60
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/1000 sec
      •   No External Flash Connectivity

      Video

      Kodak EasyShare Z981

      Casio Exilim EX-FC100

      POOR
      43
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      POOR
      43
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720

      Focusing

      Kodak EasyShare Z981

      Casio Exilim EX-FC100

      AVERAGE
      67
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      AVERAGE
      59
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Kodak EasyShare Z981

      Casio Exilim EX-FC100

      AVERAGE
      69
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 201k dot
      POOR
      50
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder

      Connectivity

      Kodak EasyShare Z981

      Casio Exilim EX-FC100

      POOR
      53
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      POOR
      52
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth

      Battery, Storage and Physical

      Kodak EasyShare Z981

      Casio Exilim EX-FC100

      POOR
      43
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 540 g (1.19 lb / 19.05 oz)
      •   Internal Storage
      POOR
      54
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 156 g (0.34 lb / 5.50 oz)


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