Canon A1400 vs Kodak S-1

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Canon A1400 and Kodak S-1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Canon and Kodak. The image resolution of the A1400 (16MP) and the S-1 (16MP) is fairly well matched but the A1400 (1/2.3") and S-1 (Four Thirds) use different sensor size.

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The A1400 was brought out 12 months prior to the S-1 so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer different body type with the Canon A1400 being a Compact camera and the Kodak S-1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the A1400 grades against the S-1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A1400 and Kodak Pixpro S-1. The entire galleries are available at Canon A1400 Gallery and Kodak S-1 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon A1400 provides outside dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs) whilst the Kodak S-1 has proportions of 116mm x 68mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.4") with a weight of 290 grams (0.64 lbs).

Contrast the Canon A1400 and Kodak S-1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at the time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the A1400 against the S-1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A1400 and S-1 is 93 and 88 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading through specs. The pic below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the A1400 and S-1.

All in all, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact megapixels but different sensor sizes. The A1400 provides the tinier sensor which is going to make obtaining shallow depth of field more challenging. The more aged A1400 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.