Kodak Z1485 IS vs Sony W220
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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Sony W220 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/1.72" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-175mm (F2.8-5.1) lens
- 194g - 90 x 64 x 39mm
- Released January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 30-120mm (F2.8-7.1) lens
- 147g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Released January 2009

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Sony W220 Overview
Below, we will be looking at the Kodak Z1485 IS and Sony W220, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Kodak and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Z1485 IS (14MP) and the W220 (12MP) is relatively similar but the Z1485 IS (1/1.72") and W220 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizes.

The Z1485 IS was revealed within a month of the W220 so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the Z1485 IS scores versus the W220 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Sony W220 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220. The full galleries are viewable at Kodak Z1485 IS Gallery & Sony W220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z1485 IS over the Sony W220
Z1485 IS | W220 |
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Reasons to pick Sony W220 over the Kodak Z1485 IS
W220 | Z1485 IS | |||
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Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Kodak Z1485 IS and Sony W220
Z1485 IS | W220 | |||
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Released | January 2009 | ![]() | January 2009 | Similar age |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Kodak Z1485 IS vs Sony W220 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Kodak Z1485 IS enjoys outside 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 W220 has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).
Check out the Kodak Z1485 IS and Sony W220 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the Z1485 IS vs the W220.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Z1485 IS and W220 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Sony W220 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizes just by going over specs. The picture here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Z1485 IS and W220.
All in all, the two cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Z1485 IS having a bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Kodak Z1485 IS will offer extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively.

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Sony W220 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Sony W220 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Kodak | Sony |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-01-08 | 2009-01-08 |
Body design | 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 | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4352 x 3264 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 25 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-175mm (5.0x) | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.1 | f/2.8-7.1 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 4.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 1s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.80 m | 7.10 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, Flash On, Slow Syncro, Red-eye, Flash Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (8 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 194 gr (0.43 pounds) | 147 gr (0.32 pounds) |
Dimensions | 90 x 64 x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $179 | $160 |