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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Nikon AW130

Portability
91
Imaging
37
Features
25
Overall
32
Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS front
 
Nikon Coolpix AW130 front
Portability
91
Imaging
41
Features
44
Overall
42

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Nikon AW130 Key Specs

Kodak Z1485 IS
(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
  • Announced January 2009
Nikon AW130
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-120mm (F2.8-4.9) lens
  • 221g - 110 x 66 x 27mm
  • Revealed February 2015
  • Succeeded the Nikon AW120
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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Nikon AW130 Overview

On this page, we are matching up the Kodak Z1485 IS versus Nikon AW130, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by rivals Kodak and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Z1485 IS (14MP) and the AW130 (16MP) is fairly similar but the Z1485 IS (1/1.72") and AW130 (1/2.3") boast different sensor dimensions.

Photography Glossary

The Z1485 IS was unveiled 7 years earlier than the AW130 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the Z1485 IS matches up versus the AW130 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Kodak Z1485 IS over the Nikon AW130

 Z1485 IS AW130 
Manual focus Dial precise focus

Reasons to pick Nikon AW130 over the Kodak Z1485 IS

 AW130 Z1485 IS 
RevealedFebruary 2015January 2009More modern by 74 months
Display dimensions3"2.5"Larger display (+0.5")
Display resolution921k230kClearer display (+691k dot)

Common features in the Kodak Z1485 IS and Nikon AW130

 Z1485 IS AW130 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither features Touch friendly display

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Nikon AW130 Physical Comparison

If you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Kodak Z1485 IS enjoys physical 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 Nikon AW130 has measurements of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs).

Check the Kodak Z1485 IS versus Nikon AW130 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the Z1485 IS vs the AW130.

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Nikon AW130 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z1485 IS and AW130 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Nikon AW130 top view buttons comparison

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Nikon AW130 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it's tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes only by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z1485 IS and AW130.

Clearly, each of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Z1485 IS having a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Nikon AW130 will offer greater detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos more aggressively. The more aged Z1485 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Nikon AW130 sensor size comparison

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Nikon AW130 Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Nikon AW130 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Kodak Z1485 IS Portrait photography factors
Nikon AW130 Portrait photography factors
35
focusing manually
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/1.72")
no RAW format
36
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
offers face detection focus
lack of manual focus
manual mode not possible
no external flash support
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

Kodak Z1485 IS Street photography advice
Nikon AW130 Street photography advice
55
has image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
tiny sensor size (1/1.72")
no RAW format
62
has image stabilization (Optical)
weather proofing
fixed screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Kodak Z1485 IS
Sports photography with Nikon AW130
35
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (14MP)
max fps low (2.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
tiny sensor size (1/1.72")
no phase detect autofocus
51
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
offers tracking autofocus
weather proofing
great battery life (370 per charge)
no shutter priority
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Kodak Z1485 IS Travel photography features
Nikon AW130 Travel photography features
57
decent megapixels (14MP)
built-in flash
doesn't have Timelapse recording
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
73
great battery life (370 shots)
weather proofing
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
has built in flash
reasonably wide (24mm)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
slow max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Kodak Z1485 IS Landscape photography factors
Nikon AW130 Landscape photography factors
37
focusing manually
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
tiny screen (2.5 inch)
manual exposure not possible
tiny sensor size (1/1.72")
no RAW format
doesn't have Timelapse recording
50
reasonably wide (24mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
weather proofing
great battery life (370 shots)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
manual mode not possible
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Vlogging Comparison

Kodak Z1485 IS Vlogging features
Nikon AW130 Vlogging features
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is not selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have microphone port
33
reasonably wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
offers face detection focus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
does not have external microphone support
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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Nikon AW130 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak Z1485 IS and Nikon AW130
 Kodak EasyShare Z1485 ISNikon Coolpix AW130
General Information
Manufacturer Kodak Nikon
Model type Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS Nikon Coolpix AW130
Type Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Announced 2009-01-08 2015-02-10
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/1.72" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 7.4 x 5.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 41.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 16MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4352 x 3264 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 6400 6400
Lowest native ISO 80 125
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points 25 -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 35-175mm (5.0x) 24-120mm (5.0x)
Maximum aperture f/2.8-5.1 f/2.8-4.9
Macro focusing range 10cm 1cm
Crop factor 4.9 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.5 inches 3 inches
Screen resolution 230k dots 921k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8s 4s
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/4000s
Continuous shutter rate 2.0fps 7.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 5.80 m 5.20 m (at Auto ISO)
Flash modes Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off -
Hot shoe
AEB
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 (60i ,50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 194 gr (0.43 pounds) 221 gr (0.49 pounds)
Physical dimensions 90 x 64 x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") 110 x 66 x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 life - 370 images
Style of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID 2 x AA EN-EL12
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 secs)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots 1 1
Price at release $179 $398