Kodak C135 vs Panasonic XS1
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Kodak C135 vs Panasonic XS1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.4" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1250
- 640 x 480 video
- 35mm (F3.0) lens
- 175g - 147 x 58 x 23mm
- Launched January 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 103g - 94 x 54 x 14mm
- Announced January 2013

Kodak C135 vs Panasonic XS1 Overview
On this page, we will be matching up the Kodak C135 vs Panasonic XS1, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Kodak and Panasonic. The image resolution of the C135 (14MP) and the XS1 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The C135 was unveiled 12 months earlier than the XS1 which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the C135 scores vs the XS1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Kodak C135 vs Panasonic XS1 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare C135 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1. The full galleries are available at Kodak C135 Gallery & Panasonic XS1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak C135 over the Panasonic XS1
C135 | XS1 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic XS1 over the Kodak C135
XS1 | C135 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2012 | Newer by 12 months |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.4" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 112k | Crisper screen (+118k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak C135 and Panasonic XS1
C135 | XS1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch screen |
Kodak C135 vs Panasonic XS1 Physical Comparison
When you are going to travel with your camera, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Kodak C135 provides outer measurements of 147mm x 58mm x 23mm (5.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Panasonic XS1 has specifications of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") and a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).
Examine the Kodak C135 vs Panasonic XS1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the C135 and the XS1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the C135 and XS1 is 92 and 97 respectively.

Kodak C135 vs Panasonic XS1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be difficult to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions merely by going through technical specs. The picture here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the C135 and XS1.
As you have seen, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can expect the Panasonic XS1 to provide extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged C135 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Kodak C135 vs Panasonic XS1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak C135 vs Panasonic XS1 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare C135 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Kodak | Panasonic |
Model | Kodak EasyShare C135 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-01-10 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1250 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35mm (1x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0 | f/2.8-6.9 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.4 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 112 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 2.40 m (@ ISO 360) | 4.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 175 gr (0.39 lbs) | 103 gr (0.23 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 147 x 58 x 23mm (5.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 94 x 54 x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 260 shots |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $0 | $130 |