Kodak Z1485 IS vs Nikon P310

Lets take a closer look at the Kodak Z1485 IS and Nikon P310, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Nikon. The resolution of the Z1485 IS (14MP) and the P310 (16MP) is pretty similar but the Z1485 IS (1/1.72") and P310 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The Z1485 IS was launched 4 years earlier than the P310 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short view of how the Z1485 IS grades versus the P310 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS & Nikon Coolpix P310. The complete galleries are viewable at Kodak Z1485 IS Gallery & Nikon P310 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Kodak Z1485 IS provides physical dimensions of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Nikon P310 has specifications of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Look at the Kodak Z1485 IS and Nikon P310 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the Z1485 IS against the P310.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Z1485 IS and P310 is 91 and 92 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading a spec sheet. The graphic below might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Z1485 IS and P310.

Clearly, both of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Z1485 IS due to its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Nikon P310 will offer greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The older Z1485 IS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.