Kodak S-1 vs Olympus E-PL2
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Kodak S-1 vs Olympus E-PL2 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
- Introduced June 2014
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 362g - 114 x 72 x 42mm
- Launched February 2011
- Superseded the Olympus E-PL1s
- Refreshed by Olympus E-PL3

Kodak S-1 vs Olympus E-PL2 Overview
On this page, we will be contrasting the Kodak S-1 versus Olympus E-PL2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands Kodak and Olympus. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the S-1 (16MP) and E-PL2 (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (Four Thirds).

The S-1 was manufactured 3 years after the E-PL2 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the S-1 grades against the E-PL2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Kodak S-1 vs Olympus E-PL2 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak Pixpro S-1 and Olympus PEN E-PL2. The entire galleries are viewable at Kodak S-1 Gallery and Olympus E-PL2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak S-1 over the Olympus E-PL2
S-1 | E-PL2 | |||
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Launched | June 2014 | ![]() | February 2011 | Newer by 41 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL2 over the Kodak S-1
E-PL2 | S-1 |
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Common features in the Kodak S-1 and Olympus E-PL2
S-1 | E-PL2 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Kodak S-1 vs Olympus E-PL2 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Kodak S-1 enjoys 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) and the Olympus E-PL2 has specifications of 114mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") and a weight of 362 grams (0.80 lbs).
See the Kodak S-1 versus Olympus E-PL2 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the S-1 and the E-PL2.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the S-1 and E-PL2 is 88 and 85 respectively.

Kodak S-1 vs Olympus E-PL2 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its tough to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions merely by checking out specs. The picture underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S-1 and E-PL2.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Kodak S-1 to provide extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more recent S-1 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

Kodak S-1 vs Olympus E-PL2 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak S-1 vs Olympus E-PL2 Specifications
Kodak Pixpro S-1 | Olympus PEN E-PL2 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Kodak | Olympus |
Model type | Kodak Pixpro S-1 | Olympus PEN E-PL2 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2014-06-24 | 2011-02-11 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Truepic V |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4640 x 3480 | 4032 x 3024 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 25 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
Available lenses | 107 | 107 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 920 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | - | HyperCrystal LCD AR(Anti-Reflective) coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 10.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Red-Eye Reduction, Fill Flash, Flash Off, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain Sync, Slow Sync+ Red-Eye Reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/160s |
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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 290 grams (0.64 pounds) | 362 grams (0.80 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 68 x 36mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.4") | 114 x 72 x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 55 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 21.4 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.2 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 573 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 shots | 280 shots |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LB-070 | BLS-5 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $250 | $0 |