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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Nikon S6100

Portability
91
Imaging
37
Features
25
Overall
32
Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS front
 
Nikon Coolpix S6100 front
Portability
93
Imaging
38
Features
39
Overall
38

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Nikon S6100 Key Specs

Kodak Z1485 IS
(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
  • Released January 2009
Nikon S6100
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-196mm (F3.7-5.6) lens
  • 175g - 98 x 58 x 27mm
  • Released February 2011
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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Nikon S6100 Overview

Let's look a little more closely at the Kodak Z1485 IS versus Nikon S6100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Kodak and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Z1485 IS (14MP) and the S6100 (16MP) is fairly similar but the Z1485 IS (1/1.72") and S6100 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The Z1485 IS was released 3 years prior to the S6100 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the Z1485 IS scores vs the S6100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Kodak Z1485 IS over the Nikon S6100

 Z1485 IS S6100 

Reasons to pick Nikon S6100 over the Kodak Z1485 IS

 S6100 Z1485 IS 
ReleasedFebruary 2011January 2009Newer by 25 months
Display dimensions3"2.5"Larger display (+0.5")
Display resolution460k230kSharper display (+230k dot)
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Common features in the Kodak Z1485 IS and Nikon S6100

 Z1485 IS S6100 
Manually focus More precise focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Nikon S6100 Physical Comparison

If you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Kodak Z1485 IS features outer measurements of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Nikon S6100 has specifications of 98mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

Examine the Kodak Z1485 IS versus Nikon S6100 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at that moment. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the Z1485 IS versus the S6100.

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Nikon S6100 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z1485 IS and S6100 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Nikon S6100 top view buttons comparison

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Nikon S6100 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it's hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by going over a spec sheet. The picture here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Z1485 IS and S6100.

As you can see, both cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Z1485 IS because of its larger sensor will make getting bokeh less difficult and the Nikon S6100 will deliver more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let 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 S6100 sensor size comparison

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Nikon S6100 Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Nikon S6100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Kodak Z1485 IS Portrait photography details
Nikon S6100 Portrait photography details
35
focusing manually
MP count good (14MP)
no manual mode
no external flash support
small sensor size (1/1.72")
does not have RAW format
39
focusing manually
MP count good (16 megapixels)
offers face detection focus
no manual control
can't use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Kodak Z1485 IS as a Street photography camera
Nikon S6100 as a Street photography camera
55
has image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
small sensor size (1/1.72")
does not have RAW format
62
built in image stabilization (Optical)
comes with focus by touch
no moving screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Kodak Z1485 IS Sports photography advice
Nikon S6100 Sports photography advice
35
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (14MP)
low frames per second (2.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
small sensor size (1/1.72")
does not have phase detect autofocus
37
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
offers tracking autofocus
max fps low (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
low battery life (210 shots)
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Kodak Z1485 IS Travel photography advice
Nikon S6100 Travel photography advice
57
MP count good (14MP)
flash built-in
missing Time Lapse function
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
wide angle not good (35mm)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
64
comes with focus by touch
MP count good (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
decently wide (28mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
low battery life (210 per charge)
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
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Landscape Comparison

Kodak Z1485 IS Landscape photography highlights
Nikon S6100 Landscape photography highlights
37
focusing manually
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (14 megapixels)
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (35mm)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
screen is small (2.5 inches)
no manual mode
small sensor size (1/1.72")
does not have RAW format
missing Time Lapse function
45
focusing manually
decently wide (28mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16MP)
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
no manual control
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
low battery life (210 CIPA)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Kodak Z1485 IS as a Vlogging camera
Nikon S6100 as a Vlogging camera
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not good (35mm)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing external mic port
32
decently wide (28mm)
has touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
offers face detection focus
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
display isn't selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have external mic support
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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Nikon S6100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak Z1485 IS and Nikon S6100
 Kodak EasyShare Z1485 ISNikon Coolpix S6100
General Information
Manufacturer Kodak Nikon
Model Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS Nikon Coolpix S6100
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Released 2009-01-08 2011-02-09
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip - Expeed C2
Sensor type CCD CCD
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 14 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4352 x 3264 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 6400 3200
Min native ISO 80 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Number of focus points 25 9
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35-175mm (5.0x) 28-196mm (7.0x)
Largest aperture f/2.8-5.1 f/3.7-5.6
Macro focus distance 10cm 3cm
Focal length multiplier 4.9 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.5 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 230 thousand dots 460 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display technology - TFT touchscreen LCD with Anti-reflection coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8 secs 4 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 2.0 frames per second 1.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 5.80 m 4.50 m
Flash options Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, Motion JPEG
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 194g (0.43 pounds) 175g (0.39 pounds)
Physical dimensions 90 x 64 x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") 98 x 58 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1")
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 life - 210 photographs
Type of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model 2 x AA EN-EL12
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots 1 1
Retail price $179 $195