Kodak Z1485 IS vs Panasonic LS5
91 Imaging
36 Features
25 Overall
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94 Imaging
36 Features
25 Overall
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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Panasonic LS5 Key Specs
(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
- Introduced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 126g - 97 x 62 x 27mm
- Revealed July 2011
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On this page, we will be contrasting the Kodak Z1485 IS vs Panasonic LS5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Kodak and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Z1485 IS (14MP) and the LS5 (14MP) is pretty comparable but the Z1485 IS (1/1.72") and LS5 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor measurements.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe Z1485 IS was released 3 years earlier than the LS5 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the Z1485 IS matches up vs the LS5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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The following is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5. The complete galleries are viewable at Kodak Z1485 IS Gallery & Panasonic LS5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z1485 IS over the Panasonic LS5
| Z1485 IS | LS5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Very precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Panasonic LS5 over the Kodak Z1485 IS
| LS5 | Z1485 IS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | July 2011 |  | January 2009 | More modern by 30 months |
| Screen dimensions | 2.7" |  | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Kodak Z1485 IS and Panasonic LS5
| Z1485 IS | LS5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Kodak Z1485 IS vs Panasonic LS5 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry around your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Kodak Z1485 IS enjoys external dimensions 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 LS5 has specifications of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).
Examine the Kodak Z1485 IS vs Panasonic LS5 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the Z1485 IS vs the LS5.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z1485 IS and LS5 is 91 and 94 respectively.
Kodak Z1485 IS vs Panasonic LS5 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very tough to see the difference in sensor sizes purely by going through a spec sheet. The picture underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z1485 IS and LS5.
As you can see, both the cameras have the same megapixels albeit not the same sensor sizes. The Z1485 IS has the bigger sensor which will make getting shallower DOF simpler. The more aged Z1485 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Panasonic LS5 Specifications
| Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Kodak | Panasonic |
| Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Introduced | 2009-01-08 | 2011-07-21 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| 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 surface area | 41.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4352 x 3264 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Total focus points | 25 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 35-175mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.1 | f/2.8-6.5 |
| Macro focusing distance | 10cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 4.9 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 2.5" | 2.7" |
| Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Display tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 5.80 m | 4.60 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance 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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| 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 proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 194 gr (0.43 pounds) | 126 gr (0.28 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 90 x 64 x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 97 x 62 x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
| 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 | - | 160 shots |
| Battery type | - | AA |
| Battery ID | 2 x AA | 2 x AA |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Cost at release | $179 | $294 |