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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Olympus TG-610

Portability
91
Imaging
36
Features
25
Overall
31
Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS front
 
Olympus TG-610 front
Portability
93
Imaging
36
Features
37
Overall
36

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Olympus TG-610 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
  • Revealed January 2009
Olympus TG-610
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
  • 190g - 96 x 65 x 26mm
  • Released January 2011
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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Olympus TG-610 Overview

Here, we will be evaluating the Kodak Z1485 IS vs Olympus TG-610, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Kodak and Olympus. The image resolution of the Z1485 IS (14MP) and the TG-610 (14MP) is relatively close but the Z1485 IS (1/1.72") and TG-610 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The Z1485 IS was released 24 months before the TG-610 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise view of how the Z1485 IS grades against the TG-610 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Kodak Z1485 IS over the Olympus TG-610

 Z1485 IS TG-610 
Focus manually Very precise focusing

Reasons to pick Olympus TG-610 over the Kodak Z1485 IS

 TG-610 Z1485 IS 
ReleasedJanuary 2011January 2009Fresher by 24 months
Screen size3"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.5")
Screen resolution920k230kClearer screen (+690k dot)

Common features in the Kodak Z1485 IS and Olympus TG-610

 Z1485 IS TG-610 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither has Touch friendly screen

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Olympus TG-610 Physical Comparison

For those who are intending to carry your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Kodak Z1485 IS has exterior dimensions of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-610 has dimensions of 96mm x 65mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

Examine the Kodak Z1485 IS vs Olympus TG-610 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the Z1485 IS and the TG-610.

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Olympus TG-610 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Z1485 IS and TG-610 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Olympus TG-610 top view buttons comparison

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Olympus TG-610 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it can be hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizing purely by viewing specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Z1485 IS and TG-610.

All in all, each of the cameras feature the identical MP albeit not the same sensor sizing. The Z1485 IS comes with the bigger sensor which will make getting shallower depth of field less difficult. The older Z1485 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Olympus TG-610 sensor size comparison

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Olympus TG-610 Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Olympus TG-610 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Kodak Z1485 IS Portrait photography information
Olympus TG-610 Portrait photography information
34
manual focus
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
no manual control
no external flash support
small sensor (1/1.72")
no RAW files
33
MP count good (14MP)
comes with face detect focus
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not available
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Kodak Z1485 IS Street photography features
Olympus TG-610 Street photography features
55
image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
small sensor (1/1.72")
no RAW files
61
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proof
no articulating screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Kodak Z1485 IS as a Sports photography camera
Olympus TG-610 as a Sports photography camera
34
image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
slow fps (2.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor (1/1.72")
no phase detect auto focus
40
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count good (14 megapixels)
comes with tracking focus
environment proof
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
low battery power (210 CIPA)
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Kodak Z1485 IS Travel photography features
Olympus TG-610 Travel photography features
56
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
no Timelapse recording
does not posses selfie friendly screen
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
64
environment proof
MP count good (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
relatively wide (28mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
low battery power (210 per charge)
display isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.9)
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Landscape Comparison

Kodak Z1485 IS Landscape photography advice
Olympus TG-610 Landscape photography advice
37
manual focus
image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is somewhat small (2.5")
no manual control
small sensor (1/1.72")
no RAW files
no Timelapse recording
42
relatively wide (28mm)
good sized screen (3")
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count good (14MP)
environment proof
focusing manually not possible
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
manual mode not available
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
low battery power (210 shots)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Kodak Z1485 IS Vlogging factors
Olympus TG-610 Vlogging factors
25
image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
no microphone support
30
relatively wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
comes with face detect focus
slow max aperture (f3.9)
display isn't selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have mic socket
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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Olympus TG-610 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak Z1485 IS and Olympus TG-610
 Kodak EasyShare Z1485 ISOlympus TG-610
General Information
Manufacturer Kodak Olympus
Model Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS Olympus TG-610
Category Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Revealed 2009-01-08 2011-01-06
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor - TruePic III+
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 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Full resolution 4352 x 3264 4288 x 3216
Max native ISO 6400 1600
Lowest native ISO 80 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points 25 -
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35-175mm (5.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Highest aperture f/2.8-5.1 f/3.9-5.9
Macro focus range 10cm 3cm
Focal length multiplier 4.9 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.5 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 230k dots 920k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Display technology - TFT Hypercrystal III Color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8 seconds 4 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 2.0 frames per sec 1.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 5.80 m 4.20 m
Flash settings Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None Eye-Fi Connected
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 lb) 190g (0.42 lb)
Physical dimensions 90 x 64 x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") 96 x 65 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 1.0")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 images
Battery type - Battery Pack
Battery model 2 x AA LI-50B
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots Single Single
Retail price $179 $223