Canon SX730 HS vs Kodak Z1485 IS
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Canon SX730 HS vs Kodak Z1485 IS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20.3MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-960mm (F3.3-6.9) lens
- 300g - 110 x 64 x 40mm
- Launched April 2017
- Previous Model is Canon SX720 HS
- Replacement is Canon SX740 HS
(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
- Revealed January 2009

Canon SX730 HS vs Kodak Z1485 IS Overview
Below, we are comparing the Canon SX730 HS vs Kodak Z1485 IS, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Kodak. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the SX730 HS (20.3MP) and Z1485 IS (14MP) and the SX730 HS (1/2.3") and Z1485 IS (1/1.72") enjoy different sensor measurements.

The SX730 HS was unveiled 8 years after the Z1485 IS which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the SX730 HS scores against the Z1485 IS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX730 HS vs Kodak Z1485 IS Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX730 HS and Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS. The full galleries are available at Canon SX730 HS Gallery and Kodak Z1485 IS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX730 HS over the Kodak Z1485 IS
SX730 HS | Z1485 IS | |||
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Revealed | April 2017 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 101 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+692k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Kodak Z1485 IS over the Canon SX730 HS
Z1485 IS | SX730 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX730 HS and Kodak Z1485 IS
SX730 HS | Z1485 IS | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch display |
Canon SX730 HS vs Kodak Z1485 IS Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX730 HS has got physical measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") along with a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Kodak Z1485 IS has measurements of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
See the Canon SX730 HS vs Kodak Z1485 IS in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the SX730 HS and the Z1485 IS.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX730 HS and Z1485 IS is 88 and 91 respectively.

Canon SX730 HS vs Kodak Z1485 IS Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading technical specs. The pic here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SX730 HS and Z1485 IS.
As you have seen, both of those cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The SX730 HS having a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF tougher and the Canon SX730 HS will offer you extra detail having an extra 6.3MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The younger SX730 HS should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon SX730 HS vs Kodak Z1485 IS Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX730 HS vs Kodak Z1485 IS Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX730 HS | Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Kodak |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX730 HS | Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2017-04-06 | 2009-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.72" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 7.4 x 5.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 41.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20.3 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4352 x 3264 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-960mm (40.0x) | 35-175mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-6.9 | f/2.8-5.1 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 4.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.5 inch |
Screen resolution | 922k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.9 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m (with Auto ISO) | 5.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 35 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 300g (0.66 lb) | 194g (0.43 lb) |
Dimensions | 110 x 64 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") | 90 x 64 x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 photos | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $399 | $179 |