Kodak S-1 vs Panasonic GF5

Following is a in-depth review of the Kodak S-1 and Panasonic GF5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Kodak and Panasonic. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the S-1 (16MP) and GF5 (12MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (Four Thirds).

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The S-1 was introduced 2 years after the GF5 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the S-1 matches up vs the GF5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak Pixpro S-1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5. The whole galleries are available at Kodak S-1 Gallery & Panasonic GF5 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Kodak S-1 offers outer dimensions of 116mm x 68mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 290 grams (0.64 lbs) while the Panasonic GF5 has sizing of 108mm x 67mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 267 grams (0.59 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is a front view scale comparison of the S-1 versus the GF5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the S-1 and GF5 is 88 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specs. The pic here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S-1 and GF5.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Kodak S-1 to deliver greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a bit more aggressively. The younger S-1 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.