Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung TL100
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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung TL100 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
- Released January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
- 219g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Launched January 2009
- Other Name is ST50

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung TL100 Overview
Below, we will be reviewing the Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung TL100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Kodak and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the Z1485 IS (14MP) and the TL100 (12MP) is pretty similar but the Z1485 IS (1/1.72") and TL100 (1/2.3") use different sensor sizes.

The Z1485 IS was introduced very close to the TL100 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summation of how the Z1485 IS scores against the TL100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung TL100 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS and Samsung TL100. The whole galleries are available at Kodak Z1485 IS Gallery and Samsung TL100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z1485 IS over the Samsung TL100
Z1485 IS | TL100 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focus |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL100 over the Kodak Z1485 IS
TL100 | Z1485 IS | |||
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Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Kodak Z1485 IS and Samsung TL100
Z1485 IS | TL100 | |||
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Launched | January 2009 | ![]() | January 2009 | Similar generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung TL100 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Kodak Z1485 IS enjoys exterior dimensions of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL100 has dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).
Look at the Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung TL100 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the Z1485 IS and the TL100.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z1485 IS and TL100 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung TL100 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its hard to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading technical specs. The picture underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Z1485 IS and TL100.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Z1485 IS with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Kodak Z1485 IS will deliver extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively.

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung TL100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung TL100 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS | Samsung TL100 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Kodak | Samsung |
Model | Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS | Samsung TL100 |
Other name | - | ST50 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-01-08 | 2009-01-08 |
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 | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 41.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4352 x 3264 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-175mm (5.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.1 | f/3.0-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 1 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.80 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
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 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
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 lb) | 219 gr (0.48 lb) |
Dimensions | 90 x 64 x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
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 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $179 | $22 |