Kodak Z1485 IS vs Panasonic TS6

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Kodak Z1485 IS vs Panasonic TS6, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Kodak and Panasonic. The resolution of the Z1485 IS (14MP) and the TS6 (16MP) is pretty similar but the Z1485 IS (1/1.72") and TS6 (1/2.3") offer different sensor size.

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The Z1485 IS was released 7 years prior to the TS6 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Z1485 IS grades versus the TS6 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6. The complete galleries are provided at Kodak Z1485 IS Gallery & Panasonic TS6 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Kodak Z1485 IS comes with outer dimensions of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Panasonic TS6 has measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Look at the Kodak Z1485 IS vs Panasonic TS6 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the Z1485 IS and the TS6.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Z1485 IS and TS6 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Often, its hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes only by reading technical specs. The pic here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Z1485 IS and TS6.

As you have seen, both cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Z1485 IS due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic TS6 will offer more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged Z1485 IS is going to be behind in sensor technology.