Kodak Z1485 IS vs Pentax W90
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![Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS front Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/angled/Kodak_EasyShare_Z1485_IS_0.jpg)
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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Pentax W90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/1.72" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-175mm (F2.8-5.1) lens
- 194g - 90 x 64 x 39mm
- Announced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 164g - 108 x 59 x 25mm
- Introduced February 2010
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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Pentax W90 Overview
On this page, we will be reviewing the Kodak Z1485 IS versus Pentax W90, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by brands Kodak and Pentax. The image resolution of the Z1485 IS (14MP) and the W90 (12MP) is pretty close but the Z1485 IS (1/1.72") and W90 (1/2.3") have different sensor sizing.
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The Z1485 IS was introduced 13 months prior to the W90 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the Z1485 IS scores against the W90 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Pentax W90 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS & Pentax Optio W90. The whole galleries are provided at Kodak Z1485 IS Gallery & Pentax W90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z1485 IS over the Pentax W90
Z1485 IS | W90 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax W90 over the Kodak Z1485 IS
W90 | Z1485 IS | |||
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Introduced | February 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 13 months |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Kodak Z1485 IS and Pentax W90
Z1485 IS | W90 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch screen |
Kodak Z1485 IS vs Pentax W90 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Kodak Z1485 IS provides exterior dimensions 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 Pentax W90 has proportions of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Contrast the Kodak Z1485 IS versus Pentax W90 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the Z1485 IS and the W90.
![Kodak Z1485 IS vs Pentax W90 size comparison Kodak Z1485 IS vs Pentax W90 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Kodak-EasyShare-Z1485-IS-vs-Pentax-Optio-W90-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z1485 IS and W90 is 91 and 94 respectively.
![Kodak Z1485 IS vs Pentax W90 top view buttons comparison Kodak Z1485 IS vs Pentax W90 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Kodak-EasyShare-Z1485-IS-vs-Pentax-Optio-W90-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Kodak Z1485 IS vs Pentax W90 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its tough to picture the gap in sensor dimensions merely by looking through specifications. The picture underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z1485 IS and W90.
To sum up, both of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Z1485 IS with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF simpler and the Kodak Z1485 IS will render extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged Z1485 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
![Kodak Z1485 IS vs Pentax W90 sensor size comparison Kodak Z1485 IS vs Pentax W90 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Kodak-EasyShare-Z1485-IS-vs-Pentax-Optio-W90-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Kodak Z1485 IS vs Pentax W90 Screen and ViewFinder
![Kodak Z1485 IS vs Pentax W90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Kodak Z1485 IS vs Pentax W90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Kodak-EasyShare-Z1485-IS-vs-Pentax-Optio-W90-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Pentax W90 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS | Pentax Optio W90 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Kodak | Pentax |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS | Pentax Optio W90 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2009-01-08 | 2010-02-24 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Prime |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.72" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 7.4 x 5.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 41.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4352 x 3264 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 25 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-175mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.1 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 4.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.5 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.80 m | 3.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 194 gr (0.43 lb) | 164 gr (0.36 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 90 x 64 x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 108 x 59 x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | 2 x AA | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $179 | $120 |