Kodak S-1 vs Panasonic G3
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Kodak S-1 vs Panasonic G3 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)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 160 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 336g - 115 x 84 x 47mm
- Announced July 2011
- Replaced the Panasonic G2
- Successor is Panasonic G5

Kodak S-1 vs Panasonic G3 Overview
Below is a complete review of the Kodak S-1 versus Panasonic G3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by companies Kodak and Panasonic. The resolution of the S-1 (16MP) and the G3 (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (Four Thirds).

The S-1 was introduced 2 years later than the G3 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Kodak S-1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic G3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short highlight of how the S-1 grades vs the G3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Kodak S-1 vs Panasonic G3 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak Pixpro S-1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3. The whole galleries are provided at Kodak S-1 Gallery and Panasonic G3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak S-1 over the Panasonic G3
S-1 | G3 | |||
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Announced | June 2014 | ![]() | July 2011 | More recent by 36 months |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic G3 over the Kodak S-1
G3 | S-1 | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Kodak S-1 and Panasonic G3
S-1 | G3 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display sizing |
Kodak S-1 vs Panasonic G3 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Kodak S-1 has got external measurements of 116mm x 68mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.4") and a weight of 290 grams (0.64 lbs) while the Panasonic G3 has measurements of 115mm x 84mm x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") having a weight of 336 grams (0.74 lbs).
Contrast the Kodak S-1 versus Panasonic G3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the S-1 against the G3.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the S-1 and G3 is 88 and 83 respectively.

Kodak S-1 vs Panasonic G3 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements merely by researching technical specs. The graphic underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S-1 and G3.
As you have seen, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of images but you have to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The younger S-1 should have a benefit in sensor innovation.

Kodak S-1 vs Panasonic G3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak S-1 vs Panasonic G3 Specifications
Kodak Pixpro S-1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Kodak | Panasonic |
Model type | Kodak Pixpro S-1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2014-06-24 | 2011-07-11 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine FHD |
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 | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4640 x 3480 | 4592 x 3448 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 160 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 25 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 107 | 107 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 920 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 11.00 m |
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, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/160 secs |
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 (60fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30fps)) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | - | AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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) | 336 grams (0.74 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 68 x 36mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.4") | 115 x 84 x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 56 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 21.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.6 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 667 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 photos | 270 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LB-070 | - |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $250 | $500 |