Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Key Specs
(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
- Introduced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F) lens
- 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Released August 2012

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Overview
Here is a in-depth overview of the Kodak Z1485 IS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Kodak and Samsung. The image resolution of the Z1485 IS (14MP) and the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) is very well matched but the Z1485 IS (1/1.72") and Galaxy Camera 3G (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizes.

The Z1485 IS was released 4 years before the Galaxy Camera 3G and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the Z1485 IS scores vs the Galaxy Camera 3G in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The complete galleries are available at Kodak Z1485 IS Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z1485 IS over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
Z1485 IS | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 0k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the Kodak Z1485 IS
Galaxy Camera 3G | Z1485 IS | |||
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Released | August 2012 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 44 months |
Display sizing | 4.8" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+2.3") |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Kodak Z1485 IS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
Z1485 IS | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Kodak Z1485 IS features exterior measurements of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has proportions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Check the Kodak Z1485 IS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the Z1485 IS versus the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Z1485 IS and Galaxy Camera 3G is 91 and 90 respectively.

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing just by checking specs. The visual underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z1485 IS and Galaxy Camera 3G.
As you can plainly see, both cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Z1485 IS because of its larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G will give you more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively. The older Z1485 IS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Kodak | Samsung |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2009-01-08 | 2012-08-29 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.72" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 7.4 x 5.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 41.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4352 x 3264 | - |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 25 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-175mm (5.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.1 | - |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 4.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5" | 4.8" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 0k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | - |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.80 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AE 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) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 194 gr (0.43 lbs) | 305 gr (0.67 lbs) |
Dimensions | 90 x 64 x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $179 | $606 |