Kodak Z1485 IS vs Olympus TG-5
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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Olympus TG-5 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
- Revealed January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Raise to 12800)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 250g - 113 x 66 x 32mm
- Revealed May 2017
- Superseded the Olympus TG-4
- Updated by Olympus TG-6
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In this article, we are reviewing the Kodak Z1485 IS vs Olympus TG-5, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Kodak and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the Z1485 IS (14MP) and the TG-5 (12MP) is fairly close but the Z1485 IS (1/1.72") and TG-5 (1/2.3") use different sensor size.
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe Z1485 IS was launched 9 years prior to the TG-5 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the Z1485 IS scores against the TG-5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS and Olympus Tough TG-5. The complete galleries are available at Kodak Z1485 IS Gallery and Olympus TG-5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z1485 IS over the Olympus TG-5
| Z1485 IS | TG-5 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-5 over the Kodak Z1485 IS
| TG-5 | Z1485 IS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | May 2017 |  | January 2009 | Newer by 101 months |
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z1485 IS and Olympus TG-5
| Z1485 IS | TG-5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More accurate focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Kodak Z1485 IS vs Olympus TG-5 Physical Comparison
If you're going to travel with your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Kodak Z1485 IS offers external dimensions of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Olympus TG-5 has dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).
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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the Z1485 IS versus the TG-5.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z1485 IS and TG-5 is 91 and 90 respectively.
Kodak Z1485 IS vs Olympus TG-5 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions only by looking through specs. The image below might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Z1485 IS and TG-5.
All in all, both of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Z1485 IS because of its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Kodak Z1485 IS will render greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged Z1485 IS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Olympus TG-5 Specifications
| Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS | Olympus Tough TG-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Kodak | Olympus |
| Model | Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS | Olympus Tough TG-5 |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
| Revealed | 2009-01-08 | 2017-05-17 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | - | TruePic VIII |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/1.72" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 7.4 x 5.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 41.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4352 x 3264 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
| Highest enhanced ISO | - | 12800 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | 25 | 25 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 35-175mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.1 | f/2.0-4.9 |
| Macro focus range | 10cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 4.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
| Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames per sec | 20.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 5.80 m | - |
| Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, redeye reduction, slow sync, redeye slow sync, fill, manual, off |
| External flash | ||
| AE 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) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone 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 | Built-in |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 194g (0.43 lb) | 250g (0.55 lb) |
| Dimensions | 90 x 64 x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 113 x 66 x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 | - | 340 pictures |
| Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | 2 x AA | LI-92B |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible) |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Price at release | $179 | $449 |