Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G 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
- Launched 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 4G Overview
Following is a detailed analysis of the Kodak Z1485 IS versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Kodak and Samsung. The image resolution of the Z1485 IS (14MP) and the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) is very comparable but the Z1485 IS (1/1.72") and Galaxy Camera 4G (1/2.3") have different sensor size.

The Z1485 IS was revealed 4 years earlier than the Galaxy Camera 4G which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a brief summary of how the Z1485 IS matches up versus the Galaxy Camera 4G when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G. The full galleries are viewable at Kodak Z1485 IS Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z1485 IS over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
Z1485 IS | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 0k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Kodak Z1485 IS
Galaxy Camera 4G | Z1485 IS | |||
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Released | August 2012 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 44 months |
Display dimensions | 4.8" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+2.3") |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Kodak Z1485 IS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
Z1485 IS | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry around your camera, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Kodak Z1485 IS provides outside dimensions of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has proportions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Take a look at the Kodak Z1485 IS versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at the time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the Z1485 IS vs the Galaxy Camera 4G.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Z1485 IS and Galaxy Camera 4G is 91 and 90 respectively.

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's tough to picture the difference in sensor sizes only by going through specs. The pic underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z1485 IS and Galaxy Camera 4G.
All in all, the two cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Z1485 IS having a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G will show greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics more aggressively. The more aged Z1485 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Kodak | Samsung |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 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 measurements | 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 resolution | 4352 x 3264 | - |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 25 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-175mm (5.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.1 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | - |
Crop factor | 4.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inches | 4.8 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 0 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | - |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.80 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure 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) | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 194 grams (0.43 lb) | 305 grams (0.67 lb) |
Physical 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 All around 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 | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $179 | $550 |