Kodak Z1485 IS vs Sony HX30V

Lets take a deeper look at the Kodak Z1485 IS versus Sony HX30V, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Kodak and Sony. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the Z1485 IS (14MP) and HX30V (18MP) and the Z1485 IS (1/1.72") and HX30V (1/2.3") use different sensor size.

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The Z1485 IS was released 4 years before the HX30V and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short overview of how the Z1485 IS grades vs the HX30V when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V. The complete galleries are viewable at Kodak Z1485 IS Gallery and Sony HX30V Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Kodak Z1485 IS offers physical measurements 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 HX30V has dimensions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Take a look at the Kodak Z1485 IS versus Sony HX30V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at that moment. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the Z1485 IS versus the HX30V.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Z1485 IS and HX30V is 91 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing merely by researching specs. The visual below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Z1485 IS and HX30V.

All in all, the 2 cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Z1485 IS featuring a larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Sony HX30V will result in more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The older Z1485 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.