Canon G9 X vs Kodak Z1485 IS

On this page, we will be contrasting the Canon G9 X versus Kodak Z1485 IS, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Kodak. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and Z1485 IS (14MP) and the G9 X (1") and Z1485 IS (1/1.72") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The G9 X was released 6 years later than the Z1485 IS and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief view of how the G9 X matches up vs the Z1485 IS for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G9 X & Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS. The complete galleries are available at Canon G9 X Gallery & Kodak Z1485 IS Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon G9 X has exterior dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 209 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Kodak Z1485 IS has sizing of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Contrast the Canon G9 X versus Kodak Z1485 IS in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the G9 X and the Z1485 IS.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G9 X and Z1485 IS is 92 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to see the difference in sensor measurements merely by viewing technical specs. The visual underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G9 X and Z1485 IS.

As you can tell, each of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The G9 X due to its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Canon G9 X will result in greater detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The younger G9 X will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.