Kodak Z1485 IS vs Panasonic TS4

The following is a extended analysis of the Kodak Z1485 IS versus Panasonic TS4, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Kodak and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Z1485 IS (14MP) and the TS4 (12MP) is pretty similar but the Z1485 IS (1/1.72") and TS4 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The Z1485 IS was manufactured 4 years prior to the TS4 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Z1485 IS grades against the TS4 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4. The entire galleries are available at Kodak Z1485 IS Gallery and Panasonic TS4 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Kodak Z1485 IS has got physical measurements of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Panasonic TS4 has dimensions of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

Examine the Kodak Z1485 IS versus Panasonic TS4 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the Z1485 IS compared to the TS4.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Z1485 IS and TS4 is 91 and 92 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by going over specs. The picture here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Z1485 IS and TS4.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Z1485 IS because of its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Kodak Z1485 IS will offer you extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged Z1485 IS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.