Kodak Z1485 IS vs Panasonic ZS20

In this write-up, we are comparing the Kodak Z1485 IS vs Panasonic ZS20, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Kodak and Panasonic. The resolution of the Z1485 IS (14MP) and the ZS20 (14MP) is very well matched but the Z1485 IS (1/1.72") and ZS20 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Z1485 IS was manufactured 4 years earlier than the ZS20 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a complete comparison, below is a short highlight of how the Z1485 IS matches up against the ZS20 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20. The entire galleries are provided at Kodak Z1485 IS Gallery and Panasonic ZS20 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Kodak Z1485 IS features external dimensions of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS20 has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

Compare the Kodak Z1485 IS vs Panasonic ZS20 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the Z1485 IS vs the ZS20.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z1485 IS and ZS20 is 91 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to envision the difference between sensor measurements merely by reading through technical specs. The visual underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Z1485 IS and ZS20.

As you can tell, both of these cameras offer the same exact megapixels but not the same sensor measurements. The Z1485 IS has the larger sensor which will make getting bokeh simpler. The older Z1485 IS is going to be behind in sensor innovation.