Casio EX-ZR15 vs Kodak Z1485 IS

Here is a comprehensive overview of the Casio EX-ZR15 versus Kodak Z1485 IS, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Casio and Kodak. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR15 (16MP) and the Z1485 IS (14MP) is fairly well matched but the EX-ZR15 (1/2.3") and Z1485 IS (1/1.72") offer different sensor measurements.

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The EX-ZR15 was introduced 3 years later than the Z1485 IS and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the EX-ZR15 scores vs the Z1485 IS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 and Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR15 Gallery and Kodak Z1485 IS Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR15 offers outer measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Kodak Z1485 IS has specifications of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-ZR15 versus Kodak Z1485 IS in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the EX-ZR15 versus the Z1485 IS.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR15 and Z1485 IS is 93 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing simply by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR15 and Z1485 IS.

Clearly, each of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The EX-ZR15 using its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field harder and the Casio EX-ZR15 will give you extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics more aggressively. The fresher EX-ZR15 provides an advantage in sensor tech.