Canon A2300 vs Kodak Z1485 IS

The following is a extended assessment of the Canon A2300 vs Kodak Z1485 IS, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Kodak. The resolution of the A2300 (16MP) and the Z1485 IS (14MP) is very comparable but the A2300 (1/2.3") and Z1485 IS (1/1.72") provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The A2300 was brought out 3 years after the Z1485 IS which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summation of how the A2300 matches up versus the Z1485 IS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A2300 and Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon A2300 Gallery and Kodak Z1485 IS Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon A2300 has got physical measurements of 95mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Kodak Z1485 IS has dimensions of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Examine the Canon A2300 vs Kodak Z1485 IS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using during that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the A2300 vs the Z1485 IS.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A2300 and Z1485 IS is 96 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions simply by checking out technical specs. The pic below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the A2300 and Z1485 IS.

As you have seen, both of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The A2300 due to its smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the Canon A2300 will produce extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more modern A2300 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.