Kodak S-1 vs Nikon Z30

Here, we will be analyzing the Kodak S-1 and Nikon Z30, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Nikon. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the S-1 (16MP) and Z30 (21MP) and the S-1 (Four Thirds) and Z30 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The S-1 was announced 9 years prior to the Z30 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Kodak S-1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon Z30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summation of how the S-1 matches up vs the Z30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak Pixpro S-1 & Nikon Z30. The whole galleries are available at Kodak S-1 Gallery & Nikon Z30 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Kodak S-1 features outside measurements 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 Z30 has sizing of 128mm x 74mm x 60mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.4") with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).

Take a look at the Kodak S-1 and Nikon Z30 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the S-1 versus the Z30.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S-1 and Z30 is 88 and 79 respectively.

Normally, its tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing simply by checking out technical specs. The photograph underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S-1 and Z30.

As you can tell, both of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The S-1 with its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF more challenging and the Nikon Z30 will produce greater detail with its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older S-1 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.