Kodak C140 vs Panasonic S1

Here is a detailed overview of the Kodak C140 vs Panasonic S1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Kodak and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the C140 (8MP) and S1 (12MP) and the C140 (1/2.5") and S1 (1/2.3") provide different sensor dimensions.

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The C140 was brought out 24 months before the S1 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the C140 scores versus the S1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare C140 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1. The entire galleries are available at Kodak C140 Gallery and Panasonic S1 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Kodak C140 features exterior measurements of 92mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Panasonic S1 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the C140 vs the S1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the C140 and S1 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing simply by checking out specs. The photograph below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the C140 and S1.

All in all, the two cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The C140 due to its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF tougher and the Panasonic S1 will show extra detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older C140 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.