Kodak Z1485 IS vs Sony W230
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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Sony W230 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
- Revealed January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 30-120mm (F2.8-5.8) lens
- 156g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Introduced February 2009
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Following is a detailed assessment of the Kodak Z1485 IS vs Sony W230, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Sony. The resolution of the Z1485 IS (14MP) and the W230 (12MP) is relatively comparable but the Z1485 IS (1/1.72") and W230 (1/2.3") posses different sensor measurements.
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Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple overview of how the Z1485 IS scores vs the W230 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The whole galleries are viewable at Kodak Z1485 IS Gallery and Sony W230 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z1485 IS over the Sony W230
| Z1485 IS | W230 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony W230 over the Kodak Z1485 IS
| W230 | Z1485 IS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Common features in the Kodak Z1485 IS and Sony W230
| Z1485 IS | W230 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | January 2009 |  | February 2009 | Same generation |
| Manual focus |  | Very precise focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Kodak Z1485 IS vs Sony W230 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry around your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Kodak Z1485 IS has outer dimensions of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Sony W230 has sizing of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the Z1485 IS vs the W230.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Z1485 IS and W230 is 91 and 95 respectively.
Kodak Z1485 IS vs Sony W230 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes purely by checking out a spec sheet. The pic underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Z1485 IS and W230.
Clearly, both of those cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Z1485 IS with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Kodak Z1485 IS will produce extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots more aggressively.
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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Sony W230 Specifications
| Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Kodak | Sony |
| Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2009-01-08 | 2009-02-17 |
| 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 | 14MP | 12MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4352 x 3264 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Total focus points | 25 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 35-175mm (5.0x) | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.1 | f/2.8-5.8 |
| Macro focusing range | 10cm | 4cm |
| Crop factor | 4.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 1 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 5.80 m | 3.90 m |
| Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure 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 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| Video data 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 proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 194 gr (0.43 lb) | 156 gr (0.34 lb) |
| Physical 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 Overall 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 | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Cost at release | $179 | $180 |