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Fujifilm X-A1 vs Kodak S-1

Portability
87
Imaging
58
Features
61
Overall
59
Fujifilm X-A1 front
 
Kodak Pixpro S-1 front
Portability
88
Imaging
53
Features
61
Overall
56

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Kodak S-1 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-A1
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 200 - 6400
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 330g - 117 x 67 x 39mm
  • Launched November 2013
  • Refreshed by Fujifilm X-A2
Kodak S-1
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 200 - 12800
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Micro Four Thirds Mount
  • 290g - 116 x 68 x 36mm
  • Launched June 2014
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Fujifilm X-A1 vs Kodak S-1 Overview

The following is a comprehensive overview of the Fujifilm X-A1 and Kodak S-1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by companies FujiFilm and Kodak. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-A1 (16MP) and the S-1 (16MP) is relatively close but the Fujifilm X-A1 (APS-C) and S-1 (Four Thirds) feature different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-A1 was introduced 6 months earlier than the S-1 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief overview of how the Fujifilm X-A1 matches up vs the S-1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A1 over the Kodak S-1

 Fujifilm X-A1 S-1 

Reasons to pick Kodak S-1 over the Fujifilm X-A1

 S-1 Fujifilm X-A1 

Common features in the Fujifilm X-A1 and Kodak S-1

 Fujifilm X-A1 S-1 
LaunchedNovember 2013June 2014Same generation
Manual focus More precise focus
Screen typeTiltingTiltingTilting screen
Screen sizing3"3"Equivalent screen dimensions
Screen resolution920k920kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch screen Lack of Touch screen

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Kodak S-1 Physical Comparison

If you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-A1 has got outside measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Kodak S-1 has proportions of 116mm x 68mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.4") along with a weight of 290 grams (0.64 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A1 vs the S-1.

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Kodak S-1 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A1 and S-1 is 87 and 88 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Kodak S-1 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Kodak S-1 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is difficult to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions merely by viewing specifications. The pic below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-A1 and S-1.

Plainly, each of these cameras offer the same exact resolution albeit different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A1 includes the bigger sensor which should make obtaining shallower depth of field easier.

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Kodak S-1 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Kodak S-1 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Kodak S-1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Fujifilm X-A1
Portrait photography with Kodak S-1
74
you can focus manually
megapixel count decent (16MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
features face detection focusing
exports RAW files
71
you can focus manually
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
nice sensor size (Four Thirds)
supports face detection focus
supports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-A1 Street photography highlights
Kodak S-1 Street photography highlights
76
screen tilts
nice sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW files
does not have image stabilization
85
screen tilts
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
nice sensor size (Four Thirds)
supports RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-A1 Sports photography details
Kodak S-1 Sports photography details
54
megapixel count decent (16MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
features tracking autofocus
slow continuous shooting (6.0 frames per second)
does not have image stabilization
does not have phase detect AF
62
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
nice sensor size (Four Thirds)
supports tracking autofocus
better than average battery pack (410 shots)
continuous shooting slow (5.0 frames per second)
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-A1 Travel photography factors
Kodak S-1 Travel photography factors
66
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
no Timelapse mode
screen isn't selfie friendly
65
better than average battery pack (410 CIPA)
decent megapixels (16MP)
missing Time Lapse function
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-A1 Landscape photography info
Kodak S-1 Landscape photography info
69
you can focus manually
swap lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is good (3 inch)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW files
does not have image stabilization
no Timelapse mode
74
you can focus manually
change lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
screen size is good (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent megapixels (16MP)
nice sensor size (Four Thirds)
supports RAW files
better than average battery pack (410 CIPA)
missing Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-A1 Vlogging factors
Kodak S-1 Vlogging factors
31
features face detection focusing
good video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
no external microphone jack
34
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
supports face detection focus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
screen isn't selfie friendly
missing external mic jack
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Fujifilm X-A1 vs Kodak S-1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-A1 and Kodak S-1
 Fujifilm X-A1Kodak Pixpro S-1
General Information
Make FujiFilm Kodak
Model Fujifilm X-A1 Kodak Pixpro S-1
Type Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Launched 2013-11-30 2014-06-24
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Powered by EXR Processor II -
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size APS-C Four Thirds
Sensor dimensions 23.6 x 15.6mm 17.3 x 13mm
Sensor area 368.2mm² 224.9mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 16MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4896 x 3264 4640 x 3480
Max native ISO 6400 12800
Minimum native ISO 200 200
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points 49 25
Lens
Lens mounting type Fujifilm X Micro Four Thirds
Number of lenses 54 107
Focal length multiplier 1.5 2.1
Screen
Range of screen Tilting Tilting
Screen size 3" 3"
Resolution of screen 920 thousand dot 920 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen technology TFT LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 6.0 frames/s 5.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 7.00 m (ISO200m) no built-in flash
Flash modes Auto / Forced Flash / Suppressed Flash / Slow Synchro / Rear-curtain Synchro / Commander Auto, Red-Eye Reduction, Fill Flash, Flash Off, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain Sync, Slow Sync+ Red-Eye Reduction
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Max flash sync 1/180 seconds -
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 14 min./1280 x 720 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 27 min. 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video data format H.264 -
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 330g (0.73 lb) 290g (0.64 lb)
Dimensions 117 x 67 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") 116 x 68 x 36mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.4")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 350 photos 410 photos
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-W126 LB-070
Self timer Yes (10 sec. / 2 sec.) -
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD memory card / SDHC memory card / SDXC (UHS-I) memory card SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots 1 1
Price at release $329 $250