Kodak S-1 vs Nikon 1 V1
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Kodak S-1 vs Nikon 1 V1 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
- Introduced June 2014
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 383g - 113 x 76 x 44mm
- Introduced January 2012
- Updated by Nikon 1 V2

Kodak S-1 vs Nikon 1 V1 Overview
Here is a complete assessment of the Kodak S-1 versus Nikon 1 V1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Kodak and Nikon. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the S-1 (16MP) and 1 V1 (10MP) and the S-1 (Four Thirds) and 1 V1 (1") offer different sensor sizing.

The S-1 was launched 2 years later than the 1 V1 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the S-1 scores against the 1 V1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Kodak S-1 vs Nikon 1 V1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak Pixpro S-1 & Nikon 1 V1. The complete galleries are viewable at Kodak S-1 Gallery & Nikon 1 V1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak S-1 over the Nikon 1 V1
S-1 | 1 V1 | |||
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Introduced | June 2014 | ![]() | January 2012 | Fresher by 30 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 V1 over the Kodak S-1
1 V1 | S-1 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 920k | Sharper display (+1k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak S-1 and Nikon 1 V1
S-1 | 1 V1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Kodak S-1 vs Nikon 1 V1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Kodak S-1 features exterior measurements 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 V1 has sizing of 113mm x 76mm x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") along with a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs).
Analyze the Kodak S-1 versus Nikon 1 V1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the S-1 vs the 1 V1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S-1 and 1 V1 is 88 and 84 respectively.

Kodak S-1 vs Nikon 1 V1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizing simply by checking specs. The graphic below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S-1 and 1 V1.
All in all, both cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The S-1 because of its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Kodak S-1 will give you greater detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos way more aggressively. The more modern S-1 should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.

Kodak S-1 vs Nikon 1 V1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak S-1 vs Nikon 1 V1 Specifications
Kodak Pixpro S-1 | Nikon 1 V1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Kodak | Nikon |
Model type | Kodak Pixpro S-1 | Nikon 1 V1 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2014-06-24 | 2012-01-20 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4640 x 3480 | 3872 x 2592 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 25 | 135 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Micro Four Thirds | Nikon 1 |
Total lenses | 107 | 13 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 920 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Max quiet shutter speed | - | 1/16000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, Red-Eye Reduction, Fill Flash, Flash Off, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain Sync, Slow Sync+ Red-Eye Reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 1072 x 720 (60 fps) 640 x 240 (400), 320 x 120 (1200) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 290 gr (0.64 lb) | 383 gr (0.84 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 68 x 36mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.4") | 113 x 76 x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 54 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 21.3 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.0 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 346 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 shots | 350 shots |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LB-070 | EN-EL15 |
Self timer | - | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $250 | $670 |