Kodak S-1 vs Olympus E-P1

Here is a comprehensive review of the Kodak S-1 versus Olympus E-P1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Olympus. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the S-1 (16MP) and E-P1 (12MP) but they use the exact same sensor size (Four Thirds).

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The S-1 was brought out 4 years later than the E-P1 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a simple view of how the S-1 matches up vs the E-P1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak Pixpro S-1 & Olympus PEN E-P1. The entire galleries are provided at Kodak S-1 Gallery & Olympus E-P1 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Kodak S-1 offers outer measurements of 116mm x 68mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.4") having a weight of 290 grams (0.64 lbs) while the Olympus E-P1 has measurements of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") and a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the S-1 versus the E-P1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S-1 and E-P1 is 88 and 86 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading through technical specs. The visual below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S-1 and E-P1.

As you have seen, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can count on the Kodak S-1 to give you greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots much more aggressively. The younger S-1 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.