Kodak Mini vs Panasonic GX1

In this article, we will be evaluating the Kodak Mini vs Panasonic GX1, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Kodak and Panasonic. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the Mini (10MP) and GX1 (16MP) and the Mini (1/3") and GX1 (Four Thirds) enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The Mini was revealed 13 months before the GX1 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both cameras offer different body type with the Kodak Mini being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic GX1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the Mini matches up against the GX1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare Mini and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1. The full galleries are provided at Kodak Mini Gallery and Panasonic GX1 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Kodak Mini has exterior dimensions of 86mm x 53mm x 18mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 99 grams (0.22 lbs) while the Panasonic GX1 has proportions of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") having a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs).

Take a look at the Kodak Mini vs Panasonic GX1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the Mini versus the GX1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Mini and GX1 is 97 and 87 respectively.

Typically, its tough to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions purely by looking through specifications. The picture below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Mini and GX1.

Plainly, both the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Mini having a smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Panasonic GX1 will result in extra detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged Mini will be behind with regard to sensor technology.