Kodak Z1485 IS vs Olympus 6020

In this article, we will be matching up the Kodak Z1485 IS versus Olympus 6020, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Kodak and Olympus. The image resolution of the Z1485 IS (14MP) and the 6020 (13MP) is pretty close but the Z1485 IS (1/1.72") and 6020 (1/2.3") feature different sensor measurements.

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The Z1485 IS was manufactured 13 months earlier than the 6020 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a full comparison, below is a brief view of how the Z1485 IS scores versus the 6020 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS and Olympus Stylus Tough 6020. The entire galleries are available at Kodak Z1485 IS Gallery and Olympus 6020 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Kodak Z1485 IS has physical measurements of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Olympus 6020 has specifications of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the Z1485 IS and the 6020.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z1485 IS and 6020 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions just by viewing specifications. The image below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Z1485 IS and 6020.

Plainly, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Z1485 IS featuring a bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh easier and the Kodak Z1485 IS will provide you with more detail due to its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged Z1485 IS will be behind with regard to sensor tech.