Kodak Z1485 IS vs Sony H70

Let's look a little more in depth at the Kodak Z1485 IS vs Sony H70, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Kodak and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Z1485 IS (14MP) and the H70 (16MP) is very close but the Z1485 IS (1/1.72") and H70 (1/2.3") boast different sensor measurements.

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The Z1485 IS was revealed 24 months earlier than the H70 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a simple overview of how the Z1485 IS matches up against the H70 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70. The full galleries are viewable at Kodak Z1485 IS Gallery and Sony H70 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Kodak Z1485 IS enjoys 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 Sony H70 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the Z1485 IS compared to the H70.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z1485 IS and H70 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements merely by viewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z1485 IS and H70.

Clearly, both of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Z1485 IS with its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Sony H70 will result in more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images way more aggressively. The older Z1485 IS will be behind in sensor tech.