Kodak Z1485 IS vs Panasonic ZS5

On this page, we will be matching up the Kodak Z1485 IS and Panasonic ZS5, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Kodak and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Z1485 IS (14MP) and the ZS5 (12MP) is relatively close but the Z1485 IS (1/1.72") and ZS5 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizing.

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The Z1485 IS was released 17 months prior to the ZS5 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the Z1485 IS matches up vs the ZS5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5. The complete galleries are provided at Kodak Z1485 IS Gallery & Panasonic ZS5 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Kodak Z1485 IS has got outside measurements of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS5 has proportions of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Take a look at the Kodak Z1485 IS and Panasonic ZS5 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the Z1485 IS compared to the ZS5.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z1485 IS and ZS5 is 91 and 92 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions only by looking through technical specs. The image here will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z1485 IS and ZS5.

As you can tell, both the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Z1485 IS due to its bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Kodak Z1485 IS will render extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged Z1485 IS will be behind in sensor technology.