Kodak Z1485 IS vs Ricoh PX
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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)
![Ricoh PX front Ricoh PX front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Ricoh-PX/Ricoh-PX-front.jpg)
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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Ricoh PX 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
- Revealed January 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.4) lens
- 156g - 100 x 55 x 21mm
- Revealed August 2011
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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Ricoh PX Overview
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.
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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Ricoh PX Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z1485 IS over the Ricoh PX
Z1485 IS | PX |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh PX over the Kodak Z1485 IS
PX | Z1485 IS | |||
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Revealed | August 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 31 months |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Kodak Z1485 IS and Ricoh PX
Z1485 IS | PX | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Kodak Z1485 IS vs Ricoh PX Physical Comparison
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.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
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.
![Kodak Z1485 IS vs Ricoh PX size comparison Kodak Z1485 IS vs Ricoh PX size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Kodak-EasyShare-Z1485-IS-vs-Ricoh-PX-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z1485 IS and PX is 91 and 95 respectively.
![Kodak Z1485 IS vs Ricoh PX top view buttons comparison Kodak Z1485 IS vs Ricoh PX top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Kodak-EasyShare-Z1485-IS-vs-Ricoh-PX-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Kodak Z1485 IS vs Ricoh PX Sensor Comparison
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.
![Kodak Z1485 IS vs Ricoh PX sensor size comparison Kodak Z1485 IS vs Ricoh PX sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Kodak-EasyShare-Z1485-IS-vs-Ricoh-PX-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Kodak Z1485 IS vs Ricoh PX Screen and ViewFinder
![Kodak Z1485 IS vs Ricoh PX Screen and Viewfinder comparison Kodak Z1485 IS vs Ricoh PX Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Kodak-EasyShare-Z1485-IS-vs-Ricoh-PX-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 Ricoh PX Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS | Ricoh PX | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Kodak | Ricoh |
Model | Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS | Ricoh PX |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-01-08 | 2011-08-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
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 surface area | 41.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4352 x 3264 | 4608 x 3072 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-175mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.1 | f/3.9-5.4 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.5" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.80 m | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
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 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 194 grams (0.43 lb) | 156 grams (0.34 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 90 x 64 x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 100 x 55 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | 2 x AA | DB-100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $179 | $329 |