Kodak Z1485 IS vs Sony HX10V

Let's examine more closely at the Kodak Z1485 IS vs Sony HX10V, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Kodak and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the Z1485 IS (14MP) and HX10V (18MP) and the Z1485 IS (1/1.72") and HX10V (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizing.

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The Z1485 IS was brought out 4 years before the HX10V and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a full comparison, below is a quick view of how the Z1485 IS matches up against the HX10V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V. The entire galleries are provided at Kodak Z1485 IS Gallery and Sony HX10V Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and volume. The Kodak Z1485 IS features outer dimensions of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Sony HX10V has sizing of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

Check the Kodak Z1485 IS vs Sony HX10V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the Z1485 IS and the HX10V.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z1485 IS and HX10V is 91 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing just by checking a spec sheet. The graphic here should offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z1485 IS and HX10V.

Clearly, both of the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Z1485 IS due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh easier and the Sony HX10V will resolve greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos much more aggressively. The older Z1485 IS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.