Kodak Z1485 IS vs Leica V-Lux 20

The following is a complete review of the Kodak Z1485 IS and Leica V-Lux 20, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Kodak and Leica. The resolution of the Z1485 IS (14MP) and the V-Lux 20 (12MP) is fairly similar but the Z1485 IS (1/1.72") and V-Lux 20 (1/2.3") provide different sensor size.

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The Z1485 IS was unveiled 15 months before the V-Lux 20 making them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summary of how the Z1485 IS matches up versus the V-Lux 20 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS and Leica V-Lux 20. The full galleries are available at Kodak Z1485 IS Gallery and Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Kodak Z1485 IS comes with physical measurements of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Leica V-Lux 20 has measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

See the Kodak Z1485 IS and Leica V-Lux 20 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the Z1485 IS against the V-Lux 20.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z1485 IS and V-Lux 20 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions merely by going over specs. The picture here will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z1485 IS and V-Lux 20.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Z1485 IS with its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF simpler and the Kodak Z1485 IS will deliver more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The more aged Z1485 IS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.