Kodak Z1485 IS vs Pentax WG-1

Lets look a little more in depth at the Kodak Z1485 IS versus Pentax WG-1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Kodak and Pentax. The resolution of the Z1485 IS (14MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is fairly close but the Z1485 IS (1/1.72") and WG-1 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizing.

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The Z1485 IS was revealed 3 years earlier than the WG-1 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Z1485 IS grades versus the WG-1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS and Pentax Optio WG-1. The full galleries are available at Kodak Z1485 IS Gallery and Pentax WG-1 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Kodak Z1485 IS has physical measurements of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-1 has dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Examine the Kodak Z1485 IS versus Pentax WG-1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the Z1485 IS vs the WG-1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z1485 IS and WG-1 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizing merely by looking through specifications. The graphic below should offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z1485 IS and WG-1.

Plainly, both of these cameras come with the identical megapixel count but different sensor sizing. The Z1485 IS has the larger sensor which should make getting shallow DOF less difficult. The older Z1485 IS will be behind in sensor tech.