Kodak Z1485 IS vs Nikon P7100

In this article, we will be looking at the Kodak Z1485 IS and Nikon P7100, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Kodak and Nikon. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the Z1485 IS (14MP) and P7100 (10MP) and the Z1485 IS (1/1.72") and P7100 (1/1.7") use totally different sensor sizes.

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The Z1485 IS was introduced 4 years before the P7100 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a full comparison, below is a brief summary of how the Z1485 IS grades versus the P7100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS and Nikon Coolpix P7100. The whole galleries are available at Kodak Z1485 IS Gallery and Nikon P7100 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Kodak Z1485 IS enjoys exterior dimensions of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Nikon P7100 has measurements of 116mm x 77mm x 48mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 1.9") along with a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the Z1485 IS and the P7100.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Z1485 IS and P7100 is 91 and 82 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes purely by checking out technical specs. The image here should provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z1485 IS and P7100.

As you have seen, both of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Z1485 IS with its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Kodak Z1485 IS will show extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged Z1485 IS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.