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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung HZ25W

Portability
91
Imaging
37
Features
25
Overall
32
Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS front
 
Samsung HZ25W front
Portability
70
Imaging
35
Features
32
Overall
33

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung HZ25W Key Specs

Kodak Z1485 IS
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/1.72" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-175mm (F2.8-5.1) lens
  • 194g - 90 x 64 x 39mm
  • Announced January 2009
Samsung HZ25W
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 3200 (Increase to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
  • 428g - 116 x 83 x 92mm
  • Revealed July 2010
  • Alternate Name is WB5000
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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung HZ25W Overview

Here is a in-depth assessment of the Kodak Z1485 IS versus Samsung HZ25W, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Kodak and Samsung. The resolution of the Z1485 IS (14MP) and the HZ25W (12MP) is very comparable but the Z1485 IS (1/1.72") and HZ25W (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The Z1485 IS was revealed 18 months earlier than the HZ25W making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the Z1485 IS matches up versus the HZ25W with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Kodak Z1485 IS over the Samsung HZ25W

 Z1485 IS HZ25W 

Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the Kodak Z1485 IS

 HZ25W Z1485 IS 
RevealedJuly 2010January 2009Fresher by 18 months
Display sizing3"2.5"Larger display (+0.5")

Common features in the Kodak Z1485 IS and Samsung HZ25W

 Z1485 IS HZ25W 
Manual focus Very accurate focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch display Lack of Touch display

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung HZ25W Physical Comparison

For anyone who is going to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Kodak Z1485 IS has got outside 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) while the Samsung HZ25W has sizing of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") along with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

Take a look at the Kodak Z1485 IS versus Samsung HZ25W in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the Z1485 IS versus the HZ25W.

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung HZ25W size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Z1485 IS and HZ25W is 91 and 70 respectively.

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung HZ25W top view buttons comparison

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung HZ25W Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing just by checking out specifications. The graphic here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Z1485 IS and HZ25W.

To sum up, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Z1485 IS with its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh easier and the Kodak Z1485 IS will show more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The older Z1485 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung HZ25W sensor size comparison

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung HZ25W Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung HZ25W Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Kodak Z1485 IS as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung HZ25W as a Portrait photography camera
35
has manual focus
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
no manual mode
no external flash support
sensor is very small (1/1.72")
no RAW format
34
has manual focus
saves RAW files
no manual exposure
cannot use external flash
low MP (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
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Street Comparison

Kodak Z1485 IS Street photography information
Samsung HZ25W Street photography information
55
image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
sensor is very small (1/1.72")
no RAW format
55
image stabilization (Optical)
saves RAW files
no articulating screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
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Sports Comparison

Kodak Z1485 IS Sports photography features
Samsung HZ25W Sports photography features
35
image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
low frames per second (2.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is very small (1/1.72")
no phase detect auto focus
34
excellent zoom range (26-624mm 24.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
no shutter priority mode
low MP (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Kodak Z1485 IS as a Travel photography camera
Samsung HZ25W as a Travel photography camera
57
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
wide angle not good (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
52
flash built-in
decently wide (26mm)
great zoom (624mm)
lack of Timelapse mode
low MP (12 megapixels)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Kodak Z1485 IS Landscape photography advice
Samsung HZ25W Landscape photography advice
37
has manual focus
image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
screen is small (2.5 inch)
no manual mode
sensor is very small (1/1.72")
no RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
43
has manual focus
decently wide (26mm)
nice screen size (3 inch)
image stabilization (Optical)
saves RAW files
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
no manual exposure
low MP (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Kodak Z1485 IS Vlogging features
Samsung HZ25W Vlogging features
25
image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not good (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have mic socket
24
decently wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of microphone support
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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung HZ25W Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak Z1485 IS and Samsung HZ25W
 Kodak EasyShare Z1485 ISSamsung HZ25W
General Information
Company Kodak Samsung
Model Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS Samsung HZ25W
Also referred to as - WB5000
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Announced 2009-01-08 2010-07-06
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/1.72" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 7.4 x 5.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 41.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4352 x 3264 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 6400 3200
Highest boosted ISO - 6400
Lowest native ISO 80 64
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points 25 -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35-175mm (5.0x) 26-624mm (24.0x)
Largest aperture f/2.8-5.1 f/2.8-5.0
Macro focus distance 10cm 10cm
Crop factor 4.9 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.5 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8s 16s
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting rate 2.0 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 5.80 m 5.60 m
Flash modes Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync
External flash
Auto exposure 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) 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 194 gr (0.43 lbs) 428 gr (0.94 lbs)
Dimensions 90 x 64 x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") 116 x 83 x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 model 2 x AA -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SC/SDHC, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Retail pricing $179 $350