Kodak Z1485 IS vs Panasonic FH5
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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Panasonic FH5 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
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
- 121g - 94 x 54 x 19mm
- Released January 2011
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FS18
Kodak Z1485 IS vs Panasonic FH5 Overview
Lets take a more detailed look at the Kodak Z1485 IS vs Panasonic FH5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Kodak and Panasonic. The resolution of the Z1485 IS (14MP) and the FH5 (16MP) is fairly close but the Z1485 IS (1/1.72") and FH5 (1/2.3") feature different sensor size.
TikTok Developing Photo App to Challenge Instagram's DominanceThe Z1485 IS was revealed 24 months before the FH5 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the Z1485 IS matches up vs the FH5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Kodak Z1485 IS vs Panasonic FH5 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5. The full galleries are viewable at Kodak Z1485 IS Gallery & Panasonic FH5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z1485 IS over the Panasonic FH5
Z1485 IS | FH5 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH5 over the Kodak Z1485 IS
FH5 | Z1485 IS | |||
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Released | January 2011 | January 2009 | Newer by 24 months | |
Display dimension | 2.7" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Kodak Z1485 IS and Panasonic FH5
Z1485 IS | FH5 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | The same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither comes with Touch display |
Kodak Z1485 IS vs Panasonic FH5 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and size. The Kodak Z1485 IS comes with exterior 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) whilst the Panasonic FH5 has specifications of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
Look at the Kodak Z1485 IS vs Panasonic FH5 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the Z1485 IS compared to the FH5.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z1485 IS and FH5 is 91 and 96 respectively.
Kodak Z1485 IS vs Panasonic FH5 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's tough to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions simply by researching technical specs. The pic below should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Z1485 IS and FH5.
As you have seen, each of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Z1485 IS with its larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh simpler and the Panasonic FH5 will result in more detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged Z1485 IS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Panasonic FH5 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Kodak | Panasonic |
Model | Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-FS18 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-01-08 | 2011-01-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.72" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 7.4 x 5.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 41.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4352 x 3264 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-175mm (5.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.1 | f/3.1-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.80 m | 3.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
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 | 194 gr (0.43 lbs) | 121 gr (0.27 lbs) |
Dimensions | 90 x 64 x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
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 | - | 260 shots |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $179 | $169 |