Canon N vs Kodak Z1485 IS

On this page, we will be looking at the Canon N and Kodak Z1485 IS, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Kodak. The image resolution of the N (12MP) and the Z1485 IS (14MP) is relatively similar but the N (1/2.3") and Z1485 IS (1/1.72") have different sensor dimensions.

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The N was introduced 4 years after the Z1485 IS which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the N matches up vs the Z1485 IS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot N & Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS. The whole galleries are provided at Canon N Gallery & Kodak Z1485 IS Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon N offers exterior measurements of 79mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst 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).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the N and the Z1485 IS.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the N and Z1485 IS is 93 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions only by reviewing technical specs. The picture here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the N and Z1485 IS.

As you can tell, each of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The N having a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF more challenging and the Kodak Z1485 IS will offer you extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The fresher N should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.