Kodak Z1485 IS vs Panasonic LX5
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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Panasonic LX5 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
- Launched January 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.63" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-90mm (F2.0-3.3) lens
- 271g - 110 x 65 x 43mm
- Revealed December 2011
- Previous Model is Panasonic LX3
- Replacement is Panasonic LX7
Kodak Z1485 IS vs Panasonic LX5 Overview
The following is a in depth comparison of the Kodak Z1485 IS vs Panasonic LX5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the Z1485 IS (14MP) and LX5 (10MP) and the Z1485 IS (1/1.72") and LX5 (1/1.63") come with totally different sensor size.
AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools Could Be Added to WhatsAppThe Z1485 IS was announced 3 years before the LX5 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the Z1485 IS matches up against the LX5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Kodak Z1485 IS vs Panasonic LX5 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5. The whole galleries are provided at Kodak Z1485 IS Gallery and Panasonic LX5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z1485 IS over the Panasonic LX5
Z1485 IS | LX5 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic LX5 over the Kodak Z1485 IS
LX5 | Z1485 IS | |||
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Revealed | December 2011 | January 2009 | Newer by 35 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 Panasonic LX5
Z1485 IS | LX5 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch display | No Touch display |
Kodak Z1485 IS vs Panasonic LX5 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Kodak Z1485 IS comes with exterior dimensions of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Panasonic LX5 has measurements of 110mm x 65mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") having a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).
Check the Kodak Z1485 IS vs Panasonic LX5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the Z1485 IS versus the LX5.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Z1485 IS and LX5 is 91 and 88 respectively.
Kodak Z1485 IS vs Panasonic LX5 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its tough to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading through technical specs. The image underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z1485 IS and LX5.
As you can tell, the two cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Z1485 IS using its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Kodak Z1485 IS will give more detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged Z1485 IS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Panasonic LX5 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Kodak | Panasonic |
Model | Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-01-08 | 2011-12-15 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.72" | 1/1.63" |
Sensor measurements | 7.4 x 5.55mm | 8.07 x 5.56mm |
Sensor area | 41.1mm² | 44.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4352 x 3264 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-175mm (5.0x) | 24-90mm (3.8x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.1 | f/2.0-3.3 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.9 | 4.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.80 m | 7.20 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 194 gr (0.43 pounds) | 271 gr (0.60 pounds) |
Dimensions | 90 x 64 x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 110 x 65 x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 41 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 19.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.8 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 132 |
Other | ||
Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $179 | $294 |