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Kodak C140 vs Kodak Z1485 IS

Portability
94
Imaging
31
Features
10
Overall
22
Kodak EasyShare C140 front
 
Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS front
Portability
91
Imaging
37
Features
25
Overall
32

Kodak C140 vs Kodak Z1485 IS Key Specs

Kodak C140
(Full Review)
  • 8MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1000
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 36-108mm (F2.7-4.8) lens
  • 160g - 92 x 63 x 22mm
  • Released January 2009
Kodak Z1485 IS
(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
  • Announced January 2009
Photography Glossary

Kodak C140 vs Kodak Z1485 IS Overview

Following is a in-depth review of the Kodak C140 vs Kodak Z1485 IS, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are created by Kodak. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the C140 (8MP) and Z1485 IS (14MP) and the C140 (1/2.5") and Z1485 IS (1/1.72") offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The C140 was released within a month of the Z1485 IS and they are of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the C140 scores vs the Z1485 IS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Kodak C140 over the Kodak Z1485 IS

 C140 Z1485 IS 
Display dimensions2.7"2.5"Larger display (+0.2")

Reasons to pick Kodak Z1485 IS over the Kodak C140

 Z1485 IS C140 
Manual focus Dial precise focusing

Common features in the Kodak C140 and Kodak Z1485 IS

 C140 Z1485 IS 
AnnouncedJanuary 2009January 2009Same age
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kExact same display resolution
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither features Touch friendly display

Kodak C140 vs Kodak Z1485 IS Physical Comparison

For those who are intending to carry around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Kodak C140 enjoys physical measurements of 92mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Kodak Z1485 IS has proportions of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the C140 compared to the Z1485 IS.

Kodak C140 vs Kodak Z1485 IS size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the C140 and Z1485 IS is 94 and 91 respectively.

Kodak C140 vs Kodak Z1485 IS top view buttons comparison

Kodak C140 vs Kodak Z1485 IS Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is hard to see the gap in sensor sizes purely by seeing a spec sheet. The pic here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the C140 and Z1485 IS.

As you can see, both cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The C140 featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Kodak Z1485 IS will provide more detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a bit more aggressively.

Kodak C140 vs Kodak Z1485 IS sensor size comparison

Kodak C140 vs Kodak Z1485 IS Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak C140 vs Kodak Z1485 IS Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Kodak C140 Portrait photography information
Kodak Z1485 IS Portrait photography information
18
manual focus not available
manual exposure not possible
external flash not possible
megapixel count low (8 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.5")
lacks RAW support
35
you can focus manually
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
no manual exposure
cannot use external flash
small sensor (1/1.72")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

Kodak C140 Street photography advice
Kodak Z1485 IS Street photography advice
46
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.5")
lacks RAW support
maximum ISO low (1,000)
55
image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
small sensor (1/1.72")
lacks RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Kodak C140
Sports photography with Kodak Z1485 IS
15
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,400s)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (8MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.5")
lacks phase detect AF
35
image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
continuous shooting slow (2.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor (1/1.72")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Kodak C140
Travel photography with Kodak Z1485 IS
50
flash built-in
no Time Lapse mode
megapixel count low (8MP)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
wide angle not good (36mm)
slow max aperture (f2.7)
57
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
flash built-in
no Timelapse mode
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Kodak C140 as a Landscape photography camera
Kodak Z1485 IS as a Landscape photography camera
21
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (36mm)
slow max aperture (f2.7)
small screen (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not possible
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (8 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.5")
maximum ISO low (1,000)
lacks RAW support
no Time Lapse mode
37
you can focus manually
image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
tiny screen (2.5 inch)
no manual exposure
small sensor (1/1.72")
lacks RAW support
no Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Kodak C140 Vlogging advice
Kodak Z1485 IS Vlogging advice
21
wide angle not good (36mm)
slow max aperture (f2.7)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
low video resolution (640 x 480 resolution)
no mic jack
25
image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
no external microphone socket
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Kodak C140 vs Kodak Z1485 IS Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak C140 and Kodak Z1485 IS
 Kodak EasyShare C140Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS
General Information
Brand Name Kodak Kodak
Model type Kodak EasyShare C140 Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Released 2009-01-08 2009-01-08
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.5" 1/1.72"
Sensor measurements 5.744 x 4.308mm 7.4 x 5.55mm
Sensor surface area 24.7mm² 41.1mm²
Sensor resolution 8 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 3264 x 2448 4352 x 3264
Maximum native ISO 1000 6400
Lowest native ISO 80 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points - 25
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 36-108mm (3.0x) 35-175mm (5.0x)
Largest aperture f/2.7-4.8 f/2.8-5.1
Macro focusing distance 13cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 6.3 4.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7" 2.5"
Resolution of screen 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4s 8s
Highest shutter speed 1/1400s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting rate - 2.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.00 m 5.80 m
Flash options Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 160 grams (0.35 pounds) 194 grams (0.43 pounds)
Physical dimensions 92 x 63 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.5" x 0.9") 90 x 64 x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery ID 2 x AA 2 x AA
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC card, Internal
Card slots One One
Launch cost $80 $179