Canon SX150 IS vs Kodak Z1485 IS
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Canon SX150 IS vs Kodak Z1485 IS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 306g - 113 x 73 x 46mm
- Launched May 2012
- Older Model is Canon SX130 IS
- Successor is Canon SX160 IS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/1.72" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-175mm (F2.8-5.1) lens
- 194g - 90 x 64 x 39mm
- Announced January 2009

Canon SX150 IS vs Kodak Z1485 IS Overview
The following is a in depth assessment of the Canon SX150 IS and Kodak Z1485 IS, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Kodak. The resolution of the SX150 IS (14MP) and the Z1485 IS (14MP) is very well matched but the SX150 IS (1/2.3") and Z1485 IS (1/1.72") boast totally different sensor measurements.

The SX150 IS was announced 3 years after the Z1485 IS which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the SX150 IS grades versus the Z1485 IS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX150 IS vs Kodak Z1485 IS Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX150 IS and Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX150 IS Gallery and Kodak Z1485 IS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX150 IS over the Kodak Z1485 IS
SX150 IS | Z1485 IS | |||
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Announced | May 2012 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 41 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Reasons to pick Kodak Z1485 IS over the Canon SX150 IS
Z1485 IS | SX150 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX150 IS and Kodak Z1485 IS
SX150 IS | Z1485 IS | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Canon SX150 IS vs Kodak Z1485 IS Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Canon SX150 IS enjoys exterior measurements of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") having a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs) whilst the Kodak Z1485 IS has specifications of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
Examine the Canon SX150 IS and Kodak Z1485 IS in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the SX150 IS against the Z1485 IS.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SX150 IS and Z1485 IS is 86 and 91 respectively.

Canon SX150 IS vs Kodak Z1485 IS Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is hard to see the contrast between sensor dimensions just by checking specs. The image below might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX150 IS and Z1485 IS.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras provide the same resolution but not the same sensor dimensions. The SX150 IS has got the tinier sensor which will make achieving shallow depth of field trickier. The fresher SX150 IS will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

Canon SX150 IS vs Kodak Z1485 IS Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX150 IS vs Kodak Z1485 IS Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Kodak |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-05-14 | 2009-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.72" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 7.4 x 5.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 41.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4352 x 3264 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 1 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 35-175mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/2.8-5.1 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 4.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.5" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2500 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 5.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 160 x 120 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 306g (0.67 lb) | 194g (0.43 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 73 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") | 90 x 64 x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 130 shots | - |
Form of battery | AA | - |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $249 | $179 |