Kodak Z1485 IS vs Sony WX10

Lets look much closer at the Kodak Z1485 IS versus Sony WX10, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Sony. The resolution of the Z1485 IS (14MP) and the WX10 (16MP) is very similar but the Z1485 IS (1/1.72") and WX10 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The Z1485 IS was manufactured 24 months earlier than the WX10 making them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the Z1485 IS grades vs the WX10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10. The entire galleries are viewable at Kodak Z1485 IS Gallery and Sony WX10 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Kodak Z1485 IS provides outside measurements of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Sony WX10 has dimensions of 95mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs).

Compare the Kodak Z1485 IS versus Sony WX10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the Z1485 IS and the WX10.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z1485 IS and WX10 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading a spec sheet. The picture underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Z1485 IS and WX10.

Clearly, both of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Z1485 IS because of its larger sensor will make getting bokeh simpler and the Sony WX10 will deliver greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged Z1485 IS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.