Kodak Sport vs Panasonic S2

Below, we will be comparing the Kodak Sport vs Panasonic S2, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Kodak and Panasonic. The resolution of the Sport (12MP) and the S2 (14MP) is pretty close and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Sport was manufactured 12 months before the S2 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a short summary of how the Sport scores vs the S2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Sport and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2. The entire galleries are provided at Kodak Sport Gallery and Panasonic S2 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Kodak Sport provides external dimensions of 147mm x 58mm x 23mm (5.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Panasonic S2 has dimensions of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs).

Take a look at the Kodak Sport vs Panasonic S2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the Sport against the S2.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Sport and S2 is 92 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing just by researching a spec sheet. The visual below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Sport and S2.

Clearly, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should expect the Panasonic S2 to render more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The older Sport will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.