Kodak Z1485 IS vs Sony G3
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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Sony G3 Key Specs
(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
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 185g - 97 x 59 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2009

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Sony G3 Overview
Here, we are contrasting the Kodak Z1485 IS vs Sony G3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Kodak and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the Z1485 IS (14MP) and G3 (10MP) and the Z1485 IS (1/1.72") and G3 (1/2.3") boast different sensor dimensions.

The Z1485 IS was announced around the same time to the G3 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the Z1485 IS scores vs the G3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Sony G3 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3. The whole galleries are available at Kodak Z1485 IS Gallery & Sony G3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z1485 IS over the Sony G3
Z1485 IS | G3 |
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Reasons to pick Sony G3 over the Kodak Z1485 IS
G3 | Z1485 IS | |||
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Display size | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+1") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Kodak Z1485 IS and Sony G3
Z1485 IS | G3 | |||
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Revealed | January 2009 | ![]() | January 2009 | Similar age |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Kodak Z1485 IS vs Sony G3 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Kodak Z1485 IS comes with exterior 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) whilst the Sony G3 has sizing of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
Look at the Kodak Z1485 IS vs Sony G3 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the Z1485 IS versus the G3.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Z1485 IS and G3 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Sony G3 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements only by reading specifications. The graphic underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Z1485 IS and G3.
To sum up, each of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Z1485 IS having a larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh simpler and the Kodak Z1485 IS will offer you more detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images way more aggressively.

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Sony G3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Sony G3 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Kodak | Sony |
Model | Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 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 measurements | 7.4 x 5.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 41.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4352 x 3264 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-175mm (5.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.1 | f/3.5-10.0 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | - |
Crop factor | 4.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.5 inch | 3.5 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 1 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.80 m | 4.30 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 194 gr (0.43 lbs) | 185 gr (0.41 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 90 x 64 x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 97 x 59 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
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 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $179 | $200 |