Kodak S-1 vs Leica M9

Its time to take a closer look at the Kodak S-1 vs Leica M9, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Kodak and Leica. The resolution of the S-1 (16MP) and the M9 (18MP) is fairly well matched but the S-1 (Four Thirds) and M9 (Full frame) enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The S-1 was unveiled 4 years later than the M9 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a short introduction of how the S-1 scores versus the M9 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak Pixpro S-1 & Leica M9. The full galleries are available at Kodak S-1 Gallery & Leica M9 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Kodak S-1 comes with external measurements of 116mm x 68mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 290 grams (0.64 lbs) and the Leica M9 has dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") with a weight of 585 grams (1.29 lbs).

Look at the Kodak S-1 vs Leica M9 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the S-1 against the M9.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the S-1 and M9 is 88 and 79 respectively.

Usually, its tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing simply by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S-1 and M9.

As you can see, both of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The S-1 using its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF more difficult and the Leica M9 will resolve extra detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more modern S-1 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.