Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Kodak Z1485 IS

On this page, we will be matching up the Fujifilm F550 EXR versus Kodak Z1485 IS, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers FujiFilm and Kodak. The resolution of the Fujifilm F550 EXR (16MP) and the Z1485 IS (14MP) is relatively similar but the Fujifilm F550 EXR (1/2") and Z1485 IS (1/1.72") boast different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm F550 EXR was revealed 2 years later than the Z1485 IS and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a complete comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm F550 EXR scores vs the Z1485 IS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix F550 EXR and Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm F550 EXR Gallery and Kodak Z1485 IS Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm F550 EXR features physical dimensions of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Kodak Z1485 IS has sizing of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm F550 EXR versus Kodak Z1485 IS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm F550 EXR versus the Z1485 IS.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm F550 EXR and Z1485 IS is 91 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to imagine the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading specs. The photograph below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm F550 EXR and Z1485 IS.

All in all, each of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm F550 EXR with its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF harder and the Fujifilm F550 EXR will offer you greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm F550 EXR provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.