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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung WB750

Portability
91
Imaging
36
Features
25
Overall
31
Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS front
 
Samsung WB750 front
Portability
93
Imaging
36
Features
50
Overall
41

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung WB750 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 WB750
(Full Review)
  • 13MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
  • 193g - 105 x 59 x 25mm
  • Released September 2011
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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung WB750 Overview

In this article, we will be reviewing the Kodak Z1485 IS and Samsung WB750, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Kodak and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the Z1485 IS (14MP) and the WB750 (13MP) is pretty close but the Z1485 IS (1/1.72") and WB750 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor size.

Photography Glossary

The Z1485 IS was unveiled 3 years prior to the WB750 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the Z1485 IS grades versus the WB750 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Kodak Z1485 IS over the Samsung WB750

 Z1485 IS WB750 

Reasons to pick Samsung WB750 over the Kodak Z1485 IS

 WB750 Z1485 IS 
ReleasedSeptember 2011January 2009Newer by 32 months
Screen sizing3"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.5")
Screen resolution460k230kSharper screen (+230k dot)

Common features in the Kodak Z1485 IS and Samsung WB750

 Z1485 IS WB750 
Manually focus Very exact focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither provides Touch friendly screen

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung WB750 Physical Comparison

When you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Kodak Z1485 IS provides physical 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 WB750 has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Analyze the Kodak Z1485 IS and Samsung WB750 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the Z1485 IS compared to the WB750.

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung WB750 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Z1485 IS and WB750 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung WB750 top view buttons comparison

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung WB750 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it's difficult to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions only by viewing specs. The image here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Z1485 IS and WB750.

All in all, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Z1485 IS using its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Kodak Z1485 IS will result in greater detail having an extra 1MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged Z1485 IS will be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung WB750 sensor size comparison

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung WB750 Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung WB750 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Kodak Z1485 IS Portrait photography features
Samsung WB750 Portrait photography features
34
manual focus
resolution is good (14MP)
lack of manual mode
cannot use external flash
very small sensor (1/1.72")
no RAW files
41
you can focus manually
MP count good (13 megapixels)
comes with face detect focusing
external flash not possible
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Kodak Z1485 IS Street photography info
Samsung WB750 Street photography info
55
built in image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
very small sensor (1/1.72")
no RAW files
61
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (193 grams)
screen is fixed
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Kodak Z1485 IS
Sports photography with Samsung WB750
34
built in image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
max fps very slow (2.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
very small sensor (1/1.72")
no phase detect auto focus
51
excellent zoom range (24-432mm 18.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (13 megapixels)
comes with tracking focus
small sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Kodak Z1485 IS Travel photography information
Samsung WB750 Travel photography information
56
resolution is good (14MP)
flash built-in
no Time Lapse function
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
69
lighter than competition (193 grams)
MP count good (13 megapixels)
has built in flash
fairly wide (24mm)
very long zoom (432mm)
doesn't have Timelapse function
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Kodak Z1485 IS
Landscape photography with Samsung WB750
37
manual focus
built in image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (14MP)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is small (2.5 inch)
lack of manual mode
very small sensor (1/1.72")
no RAW files
no Time Lapse function
48
you can focus manually
fairly wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (13MP)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
doesn't have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Kodak Z1485 IS Vlogging features
Samsung WB750 Vlogging features
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not great (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
display isn't selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
no mic socket
34
fairly wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detect focusing
video res high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than competition (193 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
display isn't selfie friendly
doesn't have microphone socket
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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Samsung WB750 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak Z1485 IS and Samsung WB750
 Kodak EasyShare Z1485 ISSamsung WB750
General Information
Make Kodak Samsung
Model Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS Samsung WB750
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Announced 2009-01-08 2011-09-01
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
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 13MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4352 x 3264 4096 x 3072
Max native ISO 6400 3200
Min native ISO 80 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points 25 -
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35-175mm (5.0x) 24-432mm (18.0x)
Maximum aperture f/2.8-5.1 f/3.2-5.8
Macro focus distance 10cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 4.9 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.5 inches 3 inches
Resolution of display 230 thousand dots 460 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Display tech - TFT color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8 secs 8 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 2.0 frames per second 10.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 5.80 m 3.30 m
Flash options Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off On, Off, Fill, Red-eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AEB
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) 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30/15 fps), 640 x 480 (30/15 fps), 320x 240 fps (30/15 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video file format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone port
Headphone port
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 194g (0.43 lb) 193g (0.43 lb)
Dimensions 90 x 64 x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") 105 x 59 x 25mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.0")
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 SLB-10A
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots Single Single
Retail price $179 $339