Kodak M550 vs Kodak Z1485 IS

In this article, we are looking at the Kodak M550 versus Kodak Z1485 IS, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are sold by Kodak. The image resolution of the M550 (12MP) and the Z1485 IS (14MP) is fairly close but the M550 (1/2.3") and Z1485 IS (1/1.72") possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The M550 was introduced 13 months after the Z1485 IS making the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the M550 matches up against the Z1485 IS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare M550 & Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS. The whole galleries are provided at Kodak M550 Gallery & Kodak Z1485 IS Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Kodak M550 has got outer measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Kodak Z1485 IS has measurements of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the M550 against the Z1485 IS.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M550 and Z1485 IS is 95 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes only by viewing specifications. The pic below might give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the M550 and Z1485 IS.

To sum up, both cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The M550 using its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF more difficult and the Kodak Z1485 IS will render extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more modern M550 will have a benefit in sensor technology.