Kodak S-1 vs Nikon 1 S2

On this page, we are analyzing the Kodak S-1 vs Nikon 1 S2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by companies Kodak and Nikon. The image resolution of the S-1 (16MP) and the 1 S2 (14.2MP) is very close but the S-1 (Four Thirds) and 1 S2 (1") have different sensor size.

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The S-1 was introduced 2 months later than the 1 S2 which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summation of how the S-1 scores against the 1 S2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak Pixpro S-1 & Nikon 1 S2. The whole galleries are available at Kodak S-1 Gallery & Nikon 1 S2 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Kodak S-1 features outer dimensions of 116mm x 68mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.4") with a weight of 290 grams (0.64 lbs) and the Nikon 1 S2 has proportions of 101mm x 61mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the S-1 vs the 1 S2.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S-1 and 1 S2 is 88 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to picture the gap in sensor measurements simply by viewing specifications. The graphic below may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the S-1 and 1 S2.

Plainly, the two cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The S-1 with its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF simpler and the Kodak S-1 will render more detail using its extra 1.8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics more aggressively.