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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Ricoh WG-6

Portability
91
Imaging
37
Features
25
Overall
32
Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS front
 
Ricoh WG-6 front
Portability
89
Imaging
47
Features
46
Overall
46

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Ricoh WG-6 Key Specs

Kodak Z1485 IS
(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
  • Launched January 2009
Ricoh WG-6
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 246g - 118 x 66 x 33mm
  • Announced February 2018
  • Older Model is Ricoh WG-5 GPS
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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Ricoh WG-6 Overview

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Kodak Z1485 IS vs Ricoh WG-6, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by brands Kodak and Ricoh. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the Z1485 IS (14MP) and WG-6 (20MP) and the Z1485 IS (1/1.72") and WG-6 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The Z1485 IS was manufactured 10 years prior to the WG-6 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick overview of how the Z1485 IS scores vs the WG-6 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Kodak Z1485 IS over the Ricoh WG-6

 Z1485 IS WG-6 

Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-6 over the Kodak Z1485 IS

 WG-6 Z1485 IS 
AnnouncedFebruary 2018January 2009Fresher by 111 months
Display dimensions3"2.5"Larger display (+0.5")
Display resolution1040k230kClearer display (+810k dot)

Common features in the Kodak Z1485 IS and Ricoh WG-6

 Z1485 IS WG-6 
Manual focus More accurate focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch display No Touch display

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Ricoh WG-6 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Kodak Z1485 IS enjoys physical 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 WG-6 has measurements of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 246 grams (0.54 lbs).

Take a look at the Kodak Z1485 IS vs Ricoh WG-6 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the Z1485 IS versus the WG-6.

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Ricoh WG-6 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z1485 IS and WG-6 is 91 and 89 respectively.

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Ricoh WG-6 top view buttons comparison

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Ricoh WG-6 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is very tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing simply by going through technical specs. The photograph here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Z1485 IS and WG-6.

As you can tell, each of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Z1485 IS due to its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh simpler and the Ricoh WG-6 will show more detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older Z1485 IS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Ricoh WG-6 sensor size comparison

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Ricoh WG-6 Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Ricoh WG-6 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Kodak Z1485 IS Portrait photography features
Ricoh WG-6 Portrait photography features
35
manual focus
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
lack of manual mode
can't use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/1.72")
no RAW files
45
focusing manually
decent MP (20 megapixels)
features face detect focusing
lack of manual exposure
can't use external flash
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Kodak Z1485 IS as a Street photography camera
Ricoh WG-6 as a Street photography camera
55
built in image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
sensor size is tiny (1/1.72")
no RAW files
60
built in image stabilization (Digital)
weather proof
no articulating screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
more heavy than competitors (246 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Kodak Z1485 IS Sports photography info
Ricoh WG-6 Sports photography info
35
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
continuous shooting slow (2.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
sensor size is tiny (1/1.72")
no phase detect auto focus
54
built in image stabilization (Digital)
decent MP (20MP)
features tracking focus
weather proof
good battery pack (340 CIPA)
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Kodak Z1485 IS Travel photography factors
Ricoh WG-6 Travel photography factors
57
megapixel count decent (14MP)
has built in flash
lack of Time Lapse mode
does not have selfie friendly screen
wide angle not good (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
70
good battery pack (340 shots)
weather proof
decent MP (20 megapixels)
flash built-in
reasonably wide (28mm)
more heavy than competitors (246 grams)
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Kodak Z1485 IS as a Landscape photography camera
Ricoh WG-6 as a Landscape photography camera
37
manual focus
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
screen is somewhat small (2.5")
lack of manual mode
sensor size is tiny (1/1.72")
no RAW files
lack of Time Lapse mode
56
focusing manually
reasonably wide (28mm)
screen size is decent (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
decent MP (20 megapixels)
weather proof
good battery pack (340 per charge)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
lack of manual exposure
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Vlogging Comparison

Kodak Z1485 IS Vlogging features
Ricoh WG-6 Vlogging features
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not good (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
does not have selfie friendly screen
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of external mic port
32
reasonably wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
features face detect focusing
video resolution high (3840 x 2160 pxls)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen isn't selfie friendly
doesn't have microphone port
more heavy than competitors (246 grams)
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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Ricoh WG-6 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak Z1485 IS and Ricoh WG-6
 Kodak EasyShare Z1485 ISRicoh WG-6
General Information
Brand Name Kodak Ricoh
Model Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS Ricoh WG-6
Class Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Launched 2009-01-08 2018-02-21
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
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 14 megapixels 20 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2
Max resolution 4352 x 3264 5184 x 3888
Max native ISO 6400 6400
Lowest native ISO 80 125
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Number of focus points 25 9
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/3.5-5.5
Macro focus distance 10cm 1cm
Crop factor 4.9 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.5 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dot 1,040 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8 secs 4 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shutter speed 2.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 5.80 m 5.50 m (with Auto ISO)
Flash modes Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off Flash on, flash off
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 3840x2160
Max video resolution 1280x720 3840x2160
Video file format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Supports FlashAir SD cards
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) DB-110 lithium-ion battery & USB charger
GPS None Built-in
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 194g (0.43 lbs) 246g (0.54 lbs)
Physical dimensions 90 x 64 x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") 118 x 66 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 life - 340 images
Form of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model 2 x AA -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC card, Internal Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card
Storage slots Single Single
Price at release $179 $271