Kodak Z1485 IS vs Ricoh WG-30

Here, we are looking at the Kodak Z1485 IS and Ricoh WG-30, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Kodak and Ricoh. The resolution of the Z1485 IS (14MP) and the WG-30 (16MP) is fairly well matched but the Z1485 IS (1/1.72") and WG-30 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Z1485 IS was brought out 6 years prior to the WG-30 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a simple overview of how the Z1485 IS grades versus the WG-30 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS and Ricoh WG-30. The entire galleries are available at Kodak Z1485 IS Gallery and Ricoh WG-30 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Kodak Z1485 IS offers exterior dimensions of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-30 has specifications of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Take a look at the Kodak Z1485 IS and Ricoh WG-30 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the Z1485 IS versus the WG-30.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Z1485 IS and WG-30 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions only by reading through a spec sheet. The image underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z1485 IS and WG-30.

Clearly, both of those cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Z1485 IS due to its larger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF simpler and the Ricoh WG-30 will give greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged Z1485 IS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.