Kodak Z1485 IS vs Panasonic SZ8

Below, we are reviewing the Kodak Z1485 IS and Panasonic SZ8, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Kodak and Panasonic. The resolution of the Z1485 IS (14MP) and the SZ8 (16MP) is fairly comparable but the Z1485 IS (1/1.72") and SZ8 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The Z1485 IS was unveiled 6 years earlier than the SZ8 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the Z1485 IS scores vs the SZ8 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8. The full galleries are viewable at Kodak Z1485 IS Gallery and Panasonic SZ8 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Kodak Z1485 IS features outer 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 Panasonic SZ8 has dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Check out the Kodak Z1485 IS and Panasonic SZ8 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the Z1485 IS versus the SZ8.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z1485 IS and SZ8 is 91 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes merely by seeing technical specs. The picture here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z1485 IS and SZ8.

As you can tell, both of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Z1485 IS with its larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Panasonic SZ8 will provide greater detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged Z1485 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.