Kodak Z1485 IS vs Ricoh CX1
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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Ricoh CX1 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
- Released January 2009
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-200mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 180g - 102 x 58 x 28mm
- Released February 2009

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Ricoh CX1 Overview
Here is a thorough overview of the Kodak Z1485 IS versus Ricoh CX1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Kodak and Ricoh. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the Z1485 IS (14MP) and CX1 (9MP) and the Z1485 IS (1/1.72") and CX1 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor dimensions.

The Z1485 IS was brought out very close to the CX1 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a simple overview of how the Z1485 IS matches up versus the CX1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Ricoh CX1 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS and Ricoh CX1. The entire galleries are provided at Kodak Z1485 IS Gallery and Ricoh CX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z1485 IS over the Ricoh CX1
Z1485 IS | CX1 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh CX1 over the Kodak Z1485 IS
CX1 | Z1485 IS | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z1485 IS and Ricoh CX1
Z1485 IS | CX1 | |||
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Released | January 2009 | ![]() | February 2009 | Same generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch screen |
Kodak Z1485 IS vs Ricoh CX1 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Kodak Z1485 IS has got physical 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 Ricoh CX1 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).
Look at the Kodak Z1485 IS versus Ricoh CX1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the Z1485 IS vs the CX1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z1485 IS and CX1 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Ricoh CX1 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing purely by checking out specifications. The visual below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Z1485 IS and CX1.
To sum up, both cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Z1485 IS due to its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Kodak Z1485 IS will provide extra detail having its extra 5MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively.

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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Ricoh CX1 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS | Ricoh CX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Kodak | Ricoh |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS | Ricoh CX1 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-01-08 | 2009-02-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.72" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 7.4 x 5.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 41.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 9MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4352 x 3264 | 3456 x 2592 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 25 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-175mm (5.0x) | 28-200mm (7.1x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.1 | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.80 m | 3.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 194g (0.43 pounds) | 180g (0.40 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 90 x 64 x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 102 x 58 x 28mm (4.0" 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 ID | 2 x AA | DB-70 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $179 | $299 |