Kodak C135 vs Panasonic S1

Here, we will be analyzing the Kodak C135 and Panasonic S1, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Kodak and Panasonic. The image resolution of the C135 (14MP) and the S1 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The C135 was manufactured 13 months later than the S1 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the C135 grades vs the S1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare C135 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1. The entire galleries are provided at Kodak C135 Gallery and Panasonic S1 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera often, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Kodak C135 provides outer measurements of 147mm x 58mm x 23mm (5.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Panasonic S1 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Look at the Kodak C135 and Panasonic S1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at the time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the C135 compared to the S1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the C135 and S1 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to picture the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading through specs. The visual below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the C135 and S1.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Kodak C135 to give more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The newer C135 provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.