Kodak Z1485 IS vs Kodak Z915
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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Kodak Z915 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/1.72" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-175mm (F2.8-5.1) lens
- 194g - 90 x 64 x 39mm
- Released January 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-350mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 194g - 90 x 64 x 39mm
- Released January 2009

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Kodak Z915 Overview
On this page, we are matching up the Kodak Z1485 IS and Kodak Z915, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both offered by Kodak. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the Z1485 IS (14MP) and Z915 (10MP) and the Z1485 IS (1/1.72") and Z915 (1/2.3") boast different sensor size.

The Z1485 IS was revealed at a similar time to the Z915 and they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the Z1485 IS grades vs the Z915 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Kodak Z915 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS & Kodak EasyShare Z915. The full galleries are available at Kodak Z1485 IS Gallery & Kodak Z915 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z1485 IS over the Kodak Z915
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Kodak Z915 over the Kodak Z1485 IS
Z915 | Z1485 IS |
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Common features in the Kodak Z1485 IS and Kodak Z915
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Released | January 2009 | ![]() | January 2009 | Same age |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 2.5" | ![]() | 2.5" | Equal display size |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Kodak Z1485 IS vs Kodak Z915 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Kodak Z1485 IS features outside measurements of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Kodak Z915 has measurements of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
Contrast the Kodak Z1485 IS and Kodak Z915 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the Z1485 IS compared to the Z915.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z1485 IS and Z915 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Kodak Z915 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes purely by looking through a spec sheet. The image below may give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z1485 IS and Z915.
As you can see, each of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Z1485 IS having a larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF easier and the Kodak Z1485 IS will result in extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively.

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Kodak Z915 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Kodak Z915 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS | Kodak EasyShare Z915 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Kodak | Kodak |
Model | Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS | Kodak EasyShare Z915 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-01-08 | 2009-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.72" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 7.4 x 5.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 41.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4352 x 3264 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-175mm (5.0x) | 35-350mm (10.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.1 | f/3.5-4.8 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 4.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5 inch | 2.5 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 16 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1250 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.80 m | 5.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 194g (0.43 pounds) | 194g (0.43 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 90 x 64 x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 90 x 64 x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | 2 x AA | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $179 | $200 |