Kodak S-1 vs Panasonic GF1

Lets take a more detailed look at the Kodak S-1 and Panasonic GF1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Kodak and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the S-1 (16MP) and GF1 (12MP) but they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (Four Thirds).

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The S-1 was announced 4 years after the GF1 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the S-1 scores versus the GF1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak Pixpro S-1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1. The whole galleries are provided at Kodak S-1 Gallery & Panasonic GF1 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Kodak S-1 features outside dimensions of 116mm x 68mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.4") with a weight of 290 grams (0.64 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GF1 has measurements of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

Analyze the Kodak S-1 and Panasonic GF1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is the front view scale comparison of the S-1 and the GF1.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S-1 and GF1 is 88 and 85 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading technical specs. The image here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S-1 and GF1.

As you have seen, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Kodak S-1 to deliver greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more modern S-1 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.