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Kodak EasyShare Z981 Overview
Announced Jan 5, 2010
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14 megapixels | 3″ screen | 26 – 676 mm (26×)
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Easyshare Z981 14 MP Digital Camera with Schneider-Kreuznach Variogon 26xWide Angle Optical Image Stabilized Zoom Lens and 3.0-Inch LCD Sreen
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Jan 5, 2010
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Kodak EasyShare Z981 superzoom features a 14MP sensor, 26x optical zoom lens strating at a wide 26mm and a 3.0 inch LCD. It offes manual shooting modes, records 720p HD videos, a Smart Capture mode and image stabilization.
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Jul 6, 2010
Jul 6, 2010
Quick specs
Body type | SLR-like (bridge) |
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Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 |
Effective pixels | 14 megapixels |
Sensor size | 1/2.33" (6.08 x 4.56 mm) |
Sensor type | CCD |
ISO | Auto, 64, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200 (6400 at 3.1 MP) |
Focal length (equiv.) | 26–676 mm |
Max aperture | F2.8–5 |
Articulated LCD | Fixed |
Screen size | 3″ |
Screen dots | 201,000 |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 sec |
Format | H.264 |
Storage types | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
Weight (inc. batteries) | 540 g (1.19 lb / 19.05 oz) |
Dimensions | 124 x 85 x 105 mm (4.88 x 3.35 x 4.13″) |
GPS | None |
Our review
The Kodak Z981 gives you a good zoom range and RAW capture at a bargain price. Some of the body materials and the feature set look a little basic but the camera is an option if you're on a tight budget.
Good for: Photographers who want a lot of zoom reach for little money.
Not so good for: Speed freaks and photographers who like a lot of manual control over their camera
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