Kodak Z1485 IS vs Panasonic TS25

Following is a extended analysis of the Kodak Z1485 IS vs Panasonic TS25, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Kodak and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Z1485 IS (14MP) and the TS25 (16MP) is fairly comparable but the Z1485 IS (1/1.72") and TS25 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The Z1485 IS was manufactured 5 years earlier than the TS25 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a complete comparison, here is a short view of how the Z1485 IS scores vs the TS25 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25. The entire galleries are provided at Kodak Z1485 IS Gallery and Panasonic TS25 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Kodak Z1485 IS has exterior 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) and the Panasonic TS25 has proportions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the Z1485 IS vs the TS25.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Z1485 IS and TS25 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizes only by going through specs. The picture below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z1485 IS and TS25.

All in all, both of those cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Z1485 IS because of its larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic TS25 will show greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged Z1485 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.