Kodak S-1 vs Nikon 1 V3
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Kodak S-1 vs Nikon 1 V3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 290g - 116 x 68 x 36mm
- Revealed June 2014
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 160 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 381g - 111 x 65 x 33mm
- Released March 2014
- Earlier Model is Nikon 1 V2

Kodak S-1 vs Nikon 1 V3 Overview
Let's take a closer look at the Kodak S-1 versus Nikon 1 V3, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Kodak and Nikon. The resolution of the S-1 (16MP) and the 1 V3 (18MP) is very well matched but the S-1 (Four Thirds) and 1 V3 (1") boast totally different sensor sizes.

The S-1 was brought out 4 months later than the 1 V3 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the S-1 scores vs the 1 V3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Kodak S-1 vs Nikon 1 V3 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak Pixpro S-1 and Nikon 1 V3. The entire galleries are provided at Kodak S-1 Gallery and Nikon 1 V3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak S-1 over the Nikon 1 V3
S-1 | 1 V3 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon 1 V3 over the Kodak S-1
1 V3 | S-1 | |||
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Display resolution | 1037k | ![]() | 920k | Crisper display (+117k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Kodak S-1 and Nikon 1 V3
S-1 | 1 V3 | |||
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Released | June 2014 | ![]() | March 2014 | Similar generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Kodak S-1 vs Nikon 1 V3 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Kodak S-1 enjoys exterior dimensions of 116mm x 68mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.4") having a weight of 290 grams (0.64 lbs) whilst the Nikon 1 V3 has specifications of 111mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 381 grams (0.84 lbs).
Contrast the Kodak S-1 versus Nikon 1 V3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the S-1 vs the 1 V3.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the S-1 and 1 V3 is 88 and 87 respectively.

Kodak S-1 vs Nikon 1 V3 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements only by checking technical specs. The photograph here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S-1 and 1 V3.
As you can tell, both cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The S-1 featuring a larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Nikon 1 V3 will resolve greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics more aggressively.

Kodak S-1 vs Nikon 1 V3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak S-1 vs Nikon 1 V3 Specifications
Kodak Pixpro S-1 | Nikon 1 V3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Kodak | Nikon |
Model | Kodak Pixpro S-1 | Nikon 1 V3 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2014-06-24 | 2014-03-13 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Expeed 4A |
Sensor type | CMOS | 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 | 16MP | 18MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4640 x 3480 | 5232 x 3488 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 160 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | 171 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds | Nikon 1 |
Amount of lenses | 107 | 13 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 920 thousand dot | 1,037 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT-LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Maximum silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0 frames/s | 60.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated 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 | Fill-flash, fill-flash w/slow sync, rear curtain sync, rear curtain w/slow sync, redeye reduction, redeye reduction w/slow sync, off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 290 grams (0.64 pounds) | 381 grams (0.84 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 68 x 36mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.4") | 111 x 65 x 33mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 52 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 20.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.7 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 384 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 photos | 310 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LB-070 | EN-EL20a |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $250 | $997 |