Canon SX240 HS vs Kodak Z1485 IS

Let's take a deeper look at the Canon SX240 HS vs Kodak Z1485 IS, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Kodak. The sensor resolution of the SX240 HS (12MP) and the Z1485 IS (14MP) is relatively close but the SX240 HS (1/2.3") and Z1485 IS (1/1.72") posses different sensor sizing.

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The SX240 HS was brought out 3 years after the Z1485 IS which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the SX240 HS scores versus the Z1485 IS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX240 HS and Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX240 HS Gallery and Kodak Z1485 IS Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Canon SX240 HS provides external dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Kodak Z1485 IS has sizing 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 SX240 HS vs Kodak Z1485 IS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the SX240 HS vs the Z1485 IS.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX240 HS and Z1485 IS is 91 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes only by researching a spec sheet. The image underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX240 HS and Z1485 IS.

Clearly, both of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The SX240 HS because of its smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh more challenging and the Kodak Z1485 IS will render extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more recent SX240 HS should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.