Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung NX500
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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung NX500 Key Specs
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- 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
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- 28MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Push to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 287g - 120 x 64 x 43mm
- Revealed February 2015
- Superseded the Samsung NX300
Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung NX500 Overview
The following is a complete assessment of the Kodak Z1485 IS versus Samsung NX500, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Kodak and Samsung. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the Z1485 IS (14MP) and NX500 (28MP) and the Z1485 IS (1/1.72") and NX500 (APS-C) boast different sensor size.
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe Z1485 IS was introduced 7 years before the NX500 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Kodak Z1485 IS being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX500 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Z1485 IS grades vs the NX500 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung NX500 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS & Samsung NX500. The whole galleries are viewable at Kodak Z1485 IS Gallery & Samsung NX500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z1485 IS over the Samsung NX500
Z1485 IS | NX500 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung NX500 over the Kodak Z1485 IS
NX500 | Z1485 IS | |||
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Revealed | February 2015 | January 2009 | Newer by 74 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 1036k | 230k | Crisper screen (+806k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Kodak Z1485 IS and Samsung NX500
Z1485 IS | NX500 | |||
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Focus manually | More accurate focus | |||
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen |
Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung NX500 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Kodak Z1485 IS enjoys exterior dimensions 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 NX500 has measurements of 120mm x 64mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.5" x 1.7") having a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs).
Contrast the Kodak Z1485 IS versus Samsung NX500 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the Z1485 IS compared to the NX500.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the Z1485 IS and NX500 is 91 and 87 respectively.
Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung NX500 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions simply by looking at specs. The pic below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z1485 IS and NX500.
All in all, each of these cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Z1485 IS using its tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more difficult and the Samsung NX500 will give greater detail using its extra 14MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged Z1485 IS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung NX500 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS | Samsung NX500 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Kodak | Samsung |
Model | Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS | Samsung NX500 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2009-01-08 | 2015-02-06 |
Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | DRIMe 5 |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.72" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 7.4 x 5.55mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 41.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 28MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4352 x 3264 | 6480 x 4320 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 51200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | 209 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens focal range | 35-175mm (5.0x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.1 | - |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 32 |
Crop factor | 4.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 1,036 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/6000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0fps | 9.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.80 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Smart flash, auto, auto w/redeye reduction, fill flash, fill w/redeye reduction, 1st-curtain, 2nd-curtain, off |
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) | 3840 x 2160 (30p), 4096 x 2160 (24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720, 640 x 480 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 4096x2160 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | H.265 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 194g (0.43 lbs) | 287g (0.63 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 90 x 64 x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 120 x 64 x 43mm (4.7" x 2.5" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 87 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 24.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.9 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1379 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 370 photos |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 - 30 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $179 | $800 |