Kodak M341 vs Pentax S1

On this page, we will be analyzing the Kodak M341 versus Pentax S1, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Kodak and Pentax. The resolution of the M341 (12MP) and the S1 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The M341 was brought out 19 months before the S1 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Kodak M341 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax S1 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the M341 scores against the S1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare M341 and Pentax Optio S1. The entire galleries are provided at Kodak M341 Gallery and Pentax S1 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and size. The Kodak M341 has external dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Pentax S1 has specifications of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

See the Kodak M341 versus Pentax S1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the M341 and the S1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M341 and S1 is 96 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements just by viewing technical specs. The graphic here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the M341 and S1.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Pentax S1 to result in greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older M341 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.