Fujifilm A170 vs Kodak Z1485 IS

Following is a extensive comparison of the Fujifilm A170 versus Kodak Z1485 IS, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Kodak. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm A170 (10MP) and Z1485 IS (14MP) and the Fujifilm A170 (1/2.3") and Z1485 IS (1/1.72") boast different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm A170 was introduced 7 months after the Z1485 IS so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the Fujifilm A170 matches up versus the Z1485 IS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix A170 and Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm A170 Gallery and Kodak Z1485 IS Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm A170 features exterior dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Kodak Z1485 IS has sizing of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm A170 versus Kodak Z1485 IS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm A170 vs the Z1485 IS.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm A170 and Z1485 IS is 94 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizes merely by researching a spec sheet. The image below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm A170 and Z1485 IS.

Clearly, both of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm A170 using its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field harder and the Kodak Z1485 IS will result in extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm A170 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.