Kodak Z1485 IS vs Nikon AW100
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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Nikon AW100 Key Specs
(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
- Revealed January 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.8) lens
- 178g - 110 x 65 x 23mm
- Introduced August 2011
- Newer Model is Nikon AW110

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Nikon AW100 Overview
Lets look a little more in depth at the Kodak Z1485 IS and Nikon AW100, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by brands Kodak and Nikon. The resolution of the Z1485 IS (14MP) and the AW100 (16MP) is fairly close but the Z1485 IS (1/1.72") and AW100 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor size.

The Z1485 IS was brought out 3 years before the AW100 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a full comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the Z1485 IS grades versus the AW100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Nikon AW100 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS and Nikon Coolpix AW100. The entire galleries are viewable at Kodak Z1485 IS Gallery and Nikon AW100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z1485 IS over the Nikon AW100
Z1485 IS | AW100 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Nikon AW100 over the Kodak Z1485 IS
AW100 | Z1485 IS | |||
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Introduced | August 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 31 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z1485 IS and Nikon AW100
Z1485 IS | AW100 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch display |
Kodak Z1485 IS vs Nikon AW100 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Kodak Z1485 IS provides exterior measurements of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Nikon AW100 has measurements of 110mm x 65mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") having a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).
Analyze the Kodak Z1485 IS and Nikon AW100 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the Z1485 IS against the AW100.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z1485 IS and AW100 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Nikon AW100 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes simply by researching specifications. The picture here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z1485 IS and AW100.
To sum up, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Z1485 IS due to its larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Nikon AW100 will provide you with greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged Z1485 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Nikon AW100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Nikon AW100 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS | Nikon Coolpix AW100 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Kodak | Nikon |
Model | Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS | Nikon Coolpix AW100 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2009-01-08 | 2011-08-24 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.72" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 7.4 x 5.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 41.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4352 x 3264 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-175mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.1 | f/3.9-4.8 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | - |
Crop factor | 4.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.5" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.80 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720 (60 fps),640 x 480 (120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic 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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 194 gr (0.43 lb) | 178 gr (0.39 lb) |
Dimensions | 90 x 64 x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 110 x 65 x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $179 | $299 |