Casio EX-FH100 vs Kodak Z1485 IS

Below is a extended assessment of the Casio EX-FH100 versus Kodak Z1485 IS, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Casio and Kodak. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the EX-FH100 (10MP) and Z1485 IS (14MP) and the EX-FH100 (1/2.3") and Z1485 IS (1/1.72") have totally different sensor size.

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The EX-FH100 was unveiled 18 months later than the Z1485 IS which makes them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a full comparison, here is a brief summary of how the EX-FH100 scores against the Z1485 IS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-FH100 & Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-FH100 Gallery & Kodak Z1485 IS Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-FH100 provides physical dimensions of 104mm x 60mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Kodak Z1485 IS has measurements of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-FH100 vs the Z1485 IS.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-FH100 and Z1485 IS is 92 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to visualise the difference in sensor measurements just by looking through a spec sheet. The visual underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-FH100 and Z1485 IS.

As you can see, each of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The EX-FH100 with its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Kodak Z1485 IS will provide you with extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The fresher EX-FH100 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.