Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung PL200
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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung PL200 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)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 170g - 100 x 60 x 21mm
- Launched July 2010

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung PL200 Overview
Below, we are analyzing the Kodak Z1485 IS versus Samsung PL200, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Kodak and Samsung. The image resolution of the Z1485 IS (14MP) and the PL200 (14MP) is very close but the Z1485 IS (1/1.72") and PL200 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor measurements.

The Z1485 IS was released 18 months before the PL200 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the Z1485 IS scores versus the PL200 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung PL200 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS & Samsung PL200. The complete galleries are viewable at Kodak Z1485 IS Gallery & Samsung PL200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z1485 IS over the Samsung PL200
Z1485 IS | PL200 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Samsung PL200 over the Kodak Z1485 IS
PL200 | Z1485 IS | |||
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Launched | July 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 18 months |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Common features in the Kodak Z1485 IS and Samsung PL200
Z1485 IS | PL200 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | No Touch friendly display |
Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung PL200 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Kodak Z1485 IS has outer 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) while the Samsung PL200 has measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).
Analyze the Kodak Z1485 IS versus Samsung PL200 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the Z1485 IS compared to the PL200.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z1485 IS and PL200 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung PL200 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes simply by viewing a spec sheet. The image underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Z1485 IS and PL200.
As you can see, both cameras posses the exact same megapixels but not the same sensor sizes. The Z1485 IS features the larger sensor which is going to make obtaining shallow depth of field easier. The more aged Z1485 IS will be behind with regard to sensor technology.

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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung PL200 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS | Samsung PL200 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Kodak | Samsung |
Model | Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS | Samsung PL200 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-01-08 | 2010-07-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4352 x 3264 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-175mm (5.0x) | 31-217mm (7.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.1 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.5" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.80 m | 4.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 194 gr (0.43 pounds) | 170 gr (0.37 pounds) |
Dimensions | 90 x 64 x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 100 x 60 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
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 model | 2 x AA | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC'/MMC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $179 | $0 |