Kodak Z1485 IS vs Olympus TG-820 iHS

On this page, we are matching up the Kodak Z1485 IS versus Olympus TG-820 iHS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Kodak and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the Z1485 IS (14MP) and the TG-820 iHS (12MP) is fairly well matched but the Z1485 IS (1/1.72") and TG-820 iHS (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The Z1485 IS was manufactured 4 years before the TG-820 iHS which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short introduction of how the Z1485 IS grades versus the TG-820 iHS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS and Olympus TG-820 iHS. The entire galleries are viewable at Kodak Z1485 IS Gallery and Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Kodak Z1485 IS features external 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 Olympus TG-820 iHS has specifications of 101mm x 65mm x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

Take a look at the Kodak Z1485 IS versus Olympus TG-820 iHS in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the Z1485 IS vs the TG-820 iHS.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Z1485 IS and TG-820 iHS is 91 and 92 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes merely by checking specifications. The pic here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Z1485 IS and TG-820 iHS.

To sum up, both of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Z1485 IS featuring a larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Kodak Z1485 IS will give more detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images more aggressively. The more aged Z1485 IS is going to be behind in sensor technology.