Kodak Z1485 IS vs Ricoh PX

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Kodak Z1485 IS vs Ricoh PX, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Kodak and Ricoh. The resolution of the Z1485 IS (14MP) and the PX (16MP) is relatively comparable but the Z1485 IS (1/1.72") and PX (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The Z1485 IS was brought out 3 years prior to the PX which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a concise overview of how the Z1485 IS scores against the PX when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS and Ricoh PX. The entire galleries are viewable at Kodak Z1485 IS Gallery and Ricoh PX Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Kodak Z1485 IS comes with external dimensions of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Ricoh PX has sizing of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

See the Kodak Z1485 IS vs Ricoh PX in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at the time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the Z1485 IS and the PX.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z1485 IS and PX is 91 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by going through a spec sheet. The pic underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z1485 IS and PX.

Clearly, each of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Z1485 IS featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Ricoh PX will provide more detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged Z1485 IS will be behind in sensor tech.