Kodak S-1 vs Olympus E-PL6
88 Imaging
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88 Imaging
53 Features
77 Overall
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Kodak S-1 vs Olympus E-PL6 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
- Announced June 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 325g - 111 x 64 x 38mm
- Revealed August 2014
- New Model is Olympus E-PL7

Kodak S-1 vs Olympus E-PL6 Overview
Below, we are matching up the Kodak S-1 vs Olympus E-PL6, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands Kodak and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the S-1 (16MP) and the E-PL6 (16MP) is fairly comparable and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (Four Thirds).

The S-1 was brought out within a month of the E-PL6 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the S-1 scores against the E-PL6 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Kodak S-1 vs Olympus E-PL6 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak Pixpro S-1 and Olympus PEN E-PL6. The entire galleries are available at Kodak S-1 Gallery and Olympus E-PL6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak S-1 over the Olympus E-PL6
S-1 | E-PL6 | |||
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Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer display (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL6 over the Kodak S-1
E-PL6 | S-1 | |||
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Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Kodak S-1 and Olympus E-PL6
S-1 | E-PL6 | |||
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Revealed | June 2014 | ![]() | August 2014 | Same generation |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display dimensions |
Kodak S-1 vs Olympus E-PL6 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Kodak S-1 offers physical measurements of 116mm x 68mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 290 grams (0.64 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-PL6 has sizing of 111mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs).
Analyze the Kodak S-1 vs Olympus E-PL6 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the S-1 against the E-PL6.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S-1 and E-PL6 is 88 and 88 respectively.

Kodak S-1 vs Olympus E-PL6 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be difficult to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions simply by checking out technical specs. The picture below will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S-1 and E-PL6.
As you have seen, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of images however you should consider the release date of the cameras into account.

Kodak S-1 vs Olympus E-PL6 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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Kodak S-1 vs Olympus E-PL6 Specifications
Kodak Pixpro S-1 | Olympus PEN E-PL6 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Kodak | Olympus |
Model type | Kodak Pixpro S-1 | Olympus PEN E-PL6 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2014-06-24 | 2014-08-01 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | TruePic VI |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4640 x 3480 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 25 | 35 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 107 | 107 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 920 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0 frames per sec | 8.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 7.00 m (bundled FL-LM1) |
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, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
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 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 290 gr (0.64 lbs) | 325 gr (0.72 lbs) |
Dimensions | 116 x 68 x 36mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.4") | 111 x 64 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 images | 360 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LB-070 | BLS-5 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $250 | $300 |