Samsung NX1100 vs Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS

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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Samsung NX1100 and the Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

      Samsung NX1100 was introduced in April 2013 and Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS was introduced in January 2009. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Samsung NX1100 Highlights

      • 20.3 MP APS-C CMOS Sensor
      • 100 - 12,800 Native ISO
      • 15 Focus Points (15 Cross-type)
      • 3.0" 921k dot Fixed Screen
      • 8.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1920 x 1080 Video Shooting
      • Built-In Wi-Fi

      Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS Highlights

      • 14 MP 1/1.72-inch CCD Sensor
      • 80 - 6,400 Native ISO
      • 25 Focus Points
      • Image Stabilization
      • 2.50" 230k dot Fixed Screen
      • 1.7 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1280 x 720 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash

      Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

      Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Samsung NX1100 and Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS.

      PROS

      Samsung NX1100

      Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS

      •   Video Capture
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   Light - 222 g (0.49 lb / 7.83 oz)
      •   Orientation Sensor
      •   Video Capture
      •   80 Lowest Native ISO
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   Light - 194 g (0.43 lb / 6.84 oz)
      •   Internal Storage

      CONS

      Samsung NX1100

      Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS

      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 320 shots
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 14 Megapixel
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.7 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Samsung NX1100

      Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS

      •   Sensor Resolution - 20.3 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      •   15 Focus Points
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 8.0 fps
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/180 sec
      •   DxO Overall Score - 73
      •   25 Focus Points
      •   Screen Size - 2.50"

      Advantage of Samsung NX1100

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Samsung NX1100 over Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS.

      Samsung NX1100 vs Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS
      Larger Sensor APS-C vs 1/1.72-inch
      Higher Sensor Resolution 20.3 Megapixel vs 14 Megapixel
      Max Image Resolution 5472 x 3648 vs 4352 x 3264
      RAW Support vs
      Multi Area Autofocus vs
      Selective Autofocus vs
      Continuous Autofocus vs
      Face Detection vs
      Larger Screen 3.0" vs 2.50"
      Higher Resolution Screen 921k dot vs 230k dot
      Lower Min Shutter Speed 30 sec vs 8 sec
      Higher Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) 1/4000 sec vs 1/2000 sec
      Higher Max Continuous Shooting 8.0 fps vs 1.7 fps
      External Flash Connectivity vs
      Manual Exposure Mode vs
      Aperture Priority vs
      Shutter Priority vs
      Higher Video Resolution 1920 x 1080 vs 1280 x 720
      Built-in Microphone Stereo vs Mono
      Built-In Wi-Fi vs

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      Advantage of Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS over Samsung NX1100.

      Samsung NX1100 vs Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS
      Lower Native ISO 100 vs 80
      Higher Native ISO 12,800 vs 6,400
      More Focus Points 15 vs 25
      Image Stabilization vs
      Built-in Flash vs
      Lighter 222 g (0.49 lb / 7.83 oz) vs 194 g (0.43 lb / 6.84 oz)
      Internal Storage vs 32 MB

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      Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Samsung NX1100 Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS
        Video Capture
        Live View Autofocus
        Light222 g (0.49 lb / 7.83 oz)194 g (0.43 lb / 6.84 oz)
      WEAKNESSES Samsung NX1100 Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS
        Timelapse Recording
        Screen TypeFixedFixed
        No Viewfinder
        Low Video Resolution1920 x 10801280 x 720
        No Microphone Input
        No Headphone Output
        No Built-in GPS
        No Built-In Bluetooth
        No Environmental Sealing

      Screen

      Screen

      Samsung NX1100 has a 3.0" screen with 921k dot resolution and Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS has a 2.50" screen with 230k dot resolution. Both have Fixed screens.

      Sensor

      Samsung NX1100 features a 20.3 megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor with dimensions of 23.5 x 15.7 mm and a total area of 369 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 12,800. Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS features a 14 megapixel 1/1.72-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 7.4 x 5.55 mm and a total area of 30.8 mm2. Its native ISO range is 80 - 6,400.

      Photography Features

      Samsung NX1100 can take pictures up to 5472 x 3648 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 5472 x 3080, 3888 x 2592, 3712 x 2088, 3648 x 3648, 2976 x 1984, 2944 x 1656, 2736 x 1824, 2640 x 2640, 2000 x 2000, 1920 x 1080, 1728 x 1152, 1024 x 1024 with 1:1, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios. Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS can take pictures up to 4352 x 3264 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4352 x 3264, 4352 x 2896, 4352x 2448, 2592 x 1944, 2592 x 1728, 2592 x 1456, 2048 x 1536, 2048 x 1360, 2048 x 1152, 1800 x 1200, 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 960 with 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios.

      Image Stabilization on Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS

      Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS has an image stabilization.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      Built-in Wi-Fi on Samsung NX1100

      Samsung NX1100 has a built-in Wi-Fi (802.11n, 2.4 GHz) which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
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      USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

      Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. connector for video signal output.


      Battery

      Samsung NX1100 comes with BC1030 battery pack with battery life of 320 shots and Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS comes with 2 x AA battery pack.


      External Storage Slots

      Samsung NX1100 has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot. Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS has a single SD/SDHC card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec on Samsung NX1100, and up to 1/2000 sec on Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS. Samsung NX1100 can shoot continuously up to 8.0 fps. Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS can shoot continuously up to 1.7 fps.


      Flash

      Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS has a built-in flash with maximum range of 5.80 m. Samsung NX1100 has no built-in flash but an external flash may be connected via Hot Shoe. The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/180 sec on Samsung NX1100.

      Physical Parameters

      Samsung NX1100 body has dimensions of 114 x 63 x 37 mm (4.49 x 2.48 x 1.46") and Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS body has dimensions of 90 x 64 x 39 mm (3.54 x 2.52 x 1.54"). Samsung NX1100 weighs 222 g (0.49 lb / 7.83 oz) and Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS weighs 194 g (0.43 lb / 6.84 oz).

      Samsung NX1100

      Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS

      114 mm

      63 mm

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      90 mm

      64 mm

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      64 mm

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      Size comparisons of Samsung NX1100 and Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS

      Samsung NX1100 and Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS for Different Types of Photography

      We give scores to the cameras for six types of photography based on their features and specifications. Let us see how suitable they are for each type of photography.

      Landscape Photography

      Samsung NX1100

      Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS

      GOOD
      71
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      POOR
      51
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Samsung NX1100

      Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS

      AVERAGE
      64
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      •   15 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 8.0 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 320 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      POOR
      53
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   25 Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.7 fps

      Wildlife Photography

      Samsung NX1100

      Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS

      AVERAGE
      56
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      •   15 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 8.0 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 320 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      AVERAGE
      58
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   25 Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.7 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Portrait Photography

      Samsung NX1100

      Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS

      GOOD
      78
      •   15 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/180 sec
      •   Orientation Sensor
      AVERAGE
      59
      •   Small Sensor
      •   25 Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 2.50"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No External Flash Connectivity

      Street Photography

      Samsung NX1100

      Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS

      GOOD
      82
      •   15 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 222 g (0.49 lb / 7.83 oz)
      GOOD
      83
      •   Small Sensor
      •   25 Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 194 g (0.43 lb / 6.84 oz)

      Travel Photography

      Samsung NX1100

      Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS

      GOOD
      84
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 222 g (0.49 lb / 7.83 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 320 shots
      EXCELLENT
      87
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 194 g (0.43 lb / 6.84 oz)

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Samsung NX1100 and Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS and give them scores of 60 and 50 out of 100 recpectively. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


      Samsung NX1100

      Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS

      OVERALL
      60
      OVERALL
      50

      Sensor

      Samsung NX1100

      Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS

      GOOD
      70
      •   Sensor Resolution - 20.3 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      •   DxO Overall Score - 73
      POOR
      51
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 14 Megapixel
      •   80 Lowest Native ISO
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO

      Photo

      Samsung NX1100

      Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS

      AVERAGE
      57
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 8.0 fps
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/180 sec
      AVERAGE
      59
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.7 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity

      Video

      Samsung NX1100

      Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS

      BAD
      14
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      POOR
      43
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720

      Focusing

      Samsung NX1100

      Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS

      AVERAGE
      64
      •   15 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      POOR
      54
      •   25 Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Samsung NX1100

      Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS

      AVERAGE
      57
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      AVERAGE
      55
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 2.50"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder

      Connectivity

      Samsung NX1100

      Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS

      GOOD
      78
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      BAD
      38
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth

      Battery, Storage and Physical

      Samsung NX1100

      Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS

      POOR
      43
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 222 g (0.49 lb / 7.83 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 320 shots
      POOR
      48
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 194 g (0.43 lb / 6.84 oz)
      •   Internal Storage


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