Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Kodak S-1

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Fujifilm X-T30 II versus Kodak S-1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by companies FujiFilm and Kodak. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T30 II (26MP) and S-1 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-T30 II (APS-C) and S-1 (Four Thirds) feature different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-T30 II was revealed 7 years after the S-1 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm X-T30 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Kodak S-1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a short overview of how the Fujifilm X-T30 II grades against the S-1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-T30 II & Kodak Pixpro S-1. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X-T30 II Gallery & Kodak S-1 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-T30 II comes with external dimensions of 118mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") with a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) whilst the Kodak S-1 has specifications of 116mm x 68mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.4") along with a weight of 290 grams (0.64 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X-T30 II versus Kodak S-1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X-T30 II vs the S-1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T30 II and S-1 is 82 and 88 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specs. The image underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-T30 II and S-1.

All in all, the 2 cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T30 II using its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Fujifilm X-T30 II will produce greater detail because of its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-T30 II provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.