Kodak Z1485 IS vs Olympus TG-3
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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Olympus TG-3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/1.72" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-175mm (F2.8-5.1) lens
- 194g - 90 x 64 x 39mm
- Introduced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 247g - 112 x 66 x 31mm
- Released March 2014
- Renewed by Olympus TG-4
Kodak Z1485 IS vs Olympus TG-3 Overview
Following is a in depth overview of the Kodak Z1485 IS versus Olympus TG-3, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Kodak and Olympus. The resolution of the Z1485 IS (14MP) and the TG-3 (16MP) is pretty close but the Z1485 IS (1/1.72") and TG-3 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizing.
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe Z1485 IS was manufactured 6 years before the TG-3 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the Z1485 IS matches up vs the TG-3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Kodak Z1485 IS vs Olympus TG-3 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS & Olympus Tough TG-3. The entire galleries are available at Kodak Z1485 IS Gallery & Olympus TG-3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z1485 IS over the Olympus TG-3
Z1485 IS | TG-3 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-3 over the Kodak Z1485 IS
TG-3 | Z1485 IS | |||
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Released | March 2014 | January 2009 | More modern by 63 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z1485 IS and Olympus TG-3
Z1485 IS | TG-3 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Kodak Z1485 IS vs Olympus TG-3 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Kodak Z1485 IS provides physical measurements of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-3 has dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).
Contrast the Kodak Z1485 IS versus Olympus TG-3 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the Z1485 IS compared to the TG-3.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z1485 IS and TG-3 is 91 and 90 respectively.
Kodak Z1485 IS vs Olympus TG-3 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is tough to see the gap in sensor sizes purely by looking through specs. The image below might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z1485 IS and TG-3.
All in all, the 2 cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Z1485 IS due to its bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Olympus TG-3 will render extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged Z1485 IS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Olympus TG-3 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS | Olympus Tough TG-3 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Kodak | Olympus |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS | Olympus Tough TG-3 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2009-01-08 | 2014-03-31 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | TruePic VII |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.72" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 7.4 x 5.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 41.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4352 x 3264 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 25 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-175mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.1 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT-LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames per second | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.80 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off, LED |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 194g (0.43 lb) | 247g (0.54 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 90 x 64 x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 112 x 66 x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 330 photos |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $179 | $350 |