Kodak Z1485 IS vs Pentax E70

In this article, we are contrasting the Kodak Z1485 IS vs Pentax E70, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Kodak and Pentax. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the Z1485 IS (14MP) and E70 (10MP) and the Z1485 IS (1/1.72") and E70 (1/2.3") use different sensor size.

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The Z1485 IS was released within a month of the E70 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the Z1485 IS grades against the E70 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS and Pentax Optio E70. The complete galleries are viewable at Kodak Z1485 IS Gallery and Pentax E70 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Kodak Z1485 IS has got exterior dimensions of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Pentax E70 has measurements of 94mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.0") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

See the Kodak Z1485 IS vs Pentax E70 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the Z1485 IS vs the E70.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Z1485 IS and E70 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to picture the gap in sensor measurements merely by seeing specifications. The photograph below will give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z1485 IS and E70.

Plainly, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Z1485 IS because of its larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh easier and the Kodak Z1485 IS will provide more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics far more aggressively.