Kodak Z1485 IS vs Nikon S9100

Below, we will be looking at the Kodak Z1485 IS vs Nikon S9100, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Kodak and Nikon. The resolution of the Z1485 IS (14MP) and the S9100 (12MP) is pretty similar but the Z1485 IS (1/1.72") and S9100 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The Z1485 IS was announced 3 years before the S9100 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a brief view of how the Z1485 IS grades versus the S9100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS & Nikon Coolpix S9100. The whole galleries are provided at Kodak Z1485 IS Gallery & Nikon S9100 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Kodak Z1485 IS comes with outside measurements of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Nikon S9100 has specifications of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the Z1485 IS against the S9100.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Z1485 IS and S9100 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Z1485 IS and S9100.

As you can see, both of those cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Z1485 IS using its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Kodak Z1485 IS will offer more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The older Z1485 IS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.