Kodak S-1 vs Nikon 1 J5
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Kodak S-1 vs Nikon 1 J5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 290g - 116 x 68 x 36mm
- Launched June 2014
(Full Review)
- 21MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 160 - 12800
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 231g - 98 x 60 x 32mm
- Revealed April 2015
- Earlier Model is Nikon 1 J4
Kodak S-1 vs Nikon 1 J5 Overview
In this write-up, we are matching up the Kodak S-1 vs Nikon 1 J5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Kodak and Nikon. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the S-1 (16MP) and 1 J5 (21MP) and the S-1 (Four Thirds) and 1 J5 (1") enjoy totally different sensor size.
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe S-1 was introduced 9 months prior to the 1 J5 and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the S-1 grades vs the 1 J5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Kodak S-1 vs Nikon 1 J5 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak Pixpro S-1 & Nikon 1 J5. The whole galleries are provided at Kodak S-1 Gallery & Nikon 1 J5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak S-1 over the Nikon 1 J5
S-1 | 1 J5 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J5 over the Kodak S-1
1 J5 | S-1 | |||
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Revealed | April 2015 | June 2014 | More recent by 9 months | |
Display resolution | 1037k | 920k | Clearer display (+117k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Kodak S-1 and Nikon 1 J5
S-1 | 1 J5 | |||
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Manual focus | More accurate focus | |||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display size |
Kodak S-1 vs Nikon 1 J5 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Kodak S-1 comes with external dimensions of 116mm x 68mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.4") with a weight of 290 grams (0.64 lbs) while the Nikon 1 J5 has sizing of 98mm x 60mm x 32mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs).
Look at the Kodak S-1 vs Nikon 1 J5 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the S-1 compared to the 1 J5.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S-1 and 1 J5 is 88 and 91 respectively.
Kodak S-1 vs Nikon 1 J5 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor measurements only by looking at technical specs. The photograph here might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the S-1 and 1 J5.
As you can tell, both the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The S-1 having a larger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF simpler and the Nikon 1 J5 will give you greater detail using its extra 5MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The older S-1 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
Kodak S-1 vs Nikon 1 J5 Screen and ViewFinder
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Kodak S-1 vs Nikon 1 J5 Specifications
Kodak Pixpro S-1 | Nikon 1 J5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Kodak | Nikon |
Model | Kodak Pixpro S-1 | Nikon 1 J5 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2014-06-24 | 2015-04-03 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Expeed 5A |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 21 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4640 x 3480 | 5568 x 3712 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 160 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | 171 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds | Nikon 1 |
Number of lenses | 107 | 13 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 920 thousand dots | 1,037 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | - | 1/16000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0fps | 20.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 5.00 m (ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, Red-Eye Reduction, Fill Flash, Flash Off, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain Sync, Slow Sync+ Red-Eye Reduction | Auto, auto + red-eye reduction, fill-flash, fill-flash w/slow sync, rear curtain sync, rear curtain w/slow sync, redeye reduction, redeye reduction w/slow sync, off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps) | 4K (15p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (120p/60p/30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 290 grams (0.64 lb) | 231 grams (0.51 lb) |
Dimensions | 116 x 68 x 36mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.4") | 98 x 60 x 32mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 65 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.1 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.0 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 479 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 photos | 250 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LB-070 | EN-EL24 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $250 | $497 |