Kodak Z1485 IS vs Ricoh WG-4

Below is a comprehensive overview of the Kodak Z1485 IS and Ricoh WG-4, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by rivals Kodak and Ricoh. The image resolution of the Z1485 IS (14MP) and the WG-4 (16MP) is very comparable but the Z1485 IS (1/1.72") and WG-4 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizing.

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The Z1485 IS was released 6 years before the WG-4 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the Z1485 IS grades against the WG-4 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS & Ricoh WG-4. The complete galleries are provided at Kodak Z1485 IS Gallery & Ricoh WG-4 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Kodak Z1485 IS has got physical measurements 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 WG-4 has sizing of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the Z1485 IS and the WG-4.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z1485 IS and WG-4 is 91 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to visualize the gap in sensor measurements merely by going through specs. The photograph underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Z1485 IS and WG-4.

All in all, the 2 cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Z1485 IS featuring a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Ricoh WG-4 will provide more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older Z1485 IS will be behind in sensor innovation.