Kodak Z1485 IS vs Nikon S5200

On this page, we are reviewing the Kodak Z1485 IS versus Nikon S5200, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Nikon. The resolution of the Z1485 IS (14MP) and the S5200 (16MP) is fairly well matched but the Z1485 IS (1/1.72") and S5200 (1/2.3") have different sensor measurements.

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The Z1485 IS was introduced 5 years earlier than the S5200 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summary of how the Z1485 IS matches up against the S5200 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS & Nikon Coolpix S5200. The whole galleries are provided at Kodak Z1485 IS Gallery & Nikon S5200 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Kodak Z1485 IS features outer 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) while the Nikon S5200 has dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the Z1485 IS against the S5200.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Z1485 IS and S5200 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading through specifications. The visual here should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Z1485 IS and S5200.

To sum up, both of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Z1485 IS with its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Nikon S5200 will give you greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The older Z1485 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.