Kodak Z1485 IS vs Panasonic SZ5

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Kodak Z1485 IS vs Panasonic SZ5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Kodak and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Z1485 IS (14MP) and the SZ5 (14MP) is relatively similar but the Z1485 IS (1/1.72") and SZ5 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The Z1485 IS was launched 4 years earlier than the SZ5 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the Z1485 IS matches up versus the SZ5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5. The complete galleries are available at Kodak Z1485 IS Gallery & Panasonic SZ5 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Kodak Z1485 IS enjoys external measurements 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 SZ5 has sizing of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the Z1485 IS vs the SZ5.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z1485 IS and SZ5 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading specifications. The visual underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Z1485 IS and SZ5.

Plainly, both of the cameras offer the same exact megapixel count albeit not the same sensor sizing. The Z1485 IS features the bigger sensor which will make getting shallower depth of field less difficult. The older Z1485 IS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.