Kodak Z1485 IS vs Nikon S9900

Lets look much closer at the Kodak Z1485 IS versus Nikon S9900, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Kodak and Nikon. The resolution of the Z1485 IS (14MP) and the S9900 (16MP) is pretty similar but the Z1485 IS (1/1.72") and S9900 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The Z1485 IS was manufactured 7 years earlier than the S9900 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the Z1485 IS matches up vs the S9900 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS & Nikon Coolpix S9900. The entire galleries are viewable at Kodak Z1485 IS Gallery & Nikon S9900 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Kodak Z1485 IS has got outer measurements of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Nikon S9900 has sizing of 112mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs).

Take a look at the Kodak Z1485 IS versus Nikon S9900 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the Z1485 IS against the S9900.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z1485 IS and S9900 is 91 and 88 respectively.

Normally, its tough to picture the gap between sensor sizes only by going over specifications. The picture underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z1485 IS and S9900.

To sum up, both the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Z1485 IS due to its bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Nikon S9900 will deliver extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged Z1485 IS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.