Kodak Z1485 IS vs Pentax WG-10
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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Pentax WG-10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/1.72" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-175mm (F2.8-5.1) lens
- 194g - 90 x 64 x 39mm
- Launched January 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 167g - 116 x 59 x 29mm
- Revealed June 2013

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Pentax WG-10 Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Kodak Z1485 IS and Pentax WG-10, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by brands Kodak and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the Z1485 IS (14MP) and the WG-10 (14MP) is very well matched but the Z1485 IS (1/1.72") and WG-10 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor measurements.

The Z1485 IS was announced 5 years before the WG-10 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the Z1485 IS scores against the WG-10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Pentax WG-10 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS and Pentax WG-10. The whole galleries are provided at Kodak Z1485 IS Gallery and Pentax WG-10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z1485 IS over the Pentax WG-10
Z1485 IS | WG-10 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-10 over the Kodak Z1485 IS
WG-10 | Z1485 IS | |||
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Revealed | June 2013 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 54 months |
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Kodak Z1485 IS and Pentax WG-10
Z1485 IS | WG-10 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch display |
Kodak Z1485 IS vs Pentax WG-10 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Kodak Z1485 IS comes with external dimensions 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-10 has measurements of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
See the Kodak Z1485 IS and Pentax WG-10 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the Z1485 IS against the WG-10.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z1485 IS and WG-10 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Pentax WG-10 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading through technical specs. The visual below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z1485 IS and WG-10.
As you can tell, both cameras feature the identical megapixels but not the same sensor sizing. The Z1485 IS features the larger sensor which will make getting shallow DOF easier. The older Z1485 IS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Pentax WG-10 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS | Pentax WG-10 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Kodak | Pentax |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS | Pentax WG-10 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2009-01-08 | 2013-06-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4352 x 3264 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 25 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-175mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.1 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 4.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | - | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames/s | 0.7 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.80 m | 1.20 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 grams (0.43 lb) | 167 grams (0.37 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 90 x 64 x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 life | - | 260 images |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $179 | $0 |