Kodak S-1 vs Nikon 1 J4

The following is a thorough analysis of the Kodak S-1 versus Nikon 1 J4, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Kodak and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the S-1 (16MP) and the 1 J4 (18MP) is fairly well matched but the S-1 (Four Thirds) and 1 J4 (1") offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The S-1 was brought out 3 months after the 1 J4 so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the S-1 matches up vs the 1 J4 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak Pixpro S-1 and Nikon 1 J4. The entire galleries are available at Kodak S-1 Gallery and Nikon 1 J4 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Kodak S-1 comes with exterior dimensions 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 Nikon 1 J4 has proportions of 100mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs).

Take a look at the Kodak S-1 versus Nikon 1 J4 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the S-1 compared to the 1 J4.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S-1 and 1 J4 is 88 and 92 respectively.

Typically, its hard to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions just by looking at specs. The picture below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S-1 and 1 J4.

All in all, the two cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The S-1 because of its larger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF simpler and the Nikon 1 J4 will give you extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively.