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Kodak S-1 vs Panasonic GX1

Portability
88
Imaging
53
Features
61
Overall
56
Kodak Pixpro S-1 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 front
Portability
87
Imaging
52
Features
54
Overall
52

Kodak S-1 vs Panasonic GX1 Key Specs

Kodak S-1
(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
Panasonic GX1
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 160 - 12800
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Micro Four Thirds Mount
  • 318g - 116 x 68 x 39mm
  • Revealed February 2012
  • Later Model is Panasonic GX7
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Kodak S-1 vs Panasonic GX1 Overview

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Kodak S-1 vs Panasonic GX1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Kodak and Panasonic. The resolution of the S-1 (16MP) and the GX1 (16MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (Four Thirds).

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The S-1 was unveiled 2 years after the GX1 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a short introduction of how the S-1 scores against the GX1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Kodak S-1 over the Panasonic GX1

 S-1 GX1 
RevealedJune 2014February 2012Newer by 29 months
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display
Display resolution920k460kCrisper display (+460k dot)

Reasons to pick Panasonic GX1 over the Kodak S-1

 GX1 S-1 
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Common features in the Kodak S-1 and Panasonic GX1

 S-1 GX1 
Focus manually Dial accurate focus
Display sizing3"3"Equivalent display size
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen

Kodak S-1 vs Panasonic GX1 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Kodak S-1 features physical 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 GX1 has measurements of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs).

Take a look at the Kodak S-1 vs Panasonic GX1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the S-1 against the GX1.

Kodak S-1 vs Panasonic GX1 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the S-1 and GX1 is 88 and 87 respectively.

Kodak S-1 vs Panasonic GX1 top view buttons comparison

Kodak S-1 vs Panasonic GX1 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is difficult to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions only by checking a spec sheet. The pic underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S-1 and GX1.

As you can see, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of files although you will need to factor the age of the products into consideration. The more modern S-1 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Kodak S-1 vs Panasonic GX1 sensor size comparison

Kodak S-1 vs Panasonic GX1 Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak S-1 vs Panasonic GX1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Kodak S-1
Portrait photography with Panasonic GX1
71
manual focus
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
offers face detect focus
delivers RAW formats
71
manual focus
decent megapixels (16MP)
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
features face detect focusing
supports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Kodak S-1 as a Street photography camera
Panasonic GX1 as a Street photography camera
85
screen tilts
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
delivers RAW formats
70
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
supports RAW files
includes touch to focus
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Kodak S-1 Sports photography highlights
Panasonic GX1 Sports photography highlights
62
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
offers tracking focus
great battery life (410 CIPA)
continuous shooting slow (5.0 frames per second)
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
47
decent megapixels (16MP)
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
features tracking focus
max fps low (4.0 frames/s)
does not have image stabilization
low battery pack (300 CIPA)
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Kodak S-1 Travel photography info
Panasonic GX1 Travel photography info
65
great battery life (410 CIPA)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
missing Time Lapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
65
includes touch to focus
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
missing Time Lapse recording
low battery pack (300 shots)
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Kodak S-1 Landscape photography factors
Panasonic GX1 Landscape photography factors
74
manual focus
change lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
decent sized screen (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
delivers RAW formats
great battery life (410 CIPA)
missing Time Lapse mode
62
manual focus
swap lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
nice screen size (3 inches)
decent megapixels (16MP)
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
supports RAW files
does not have image stabilization
low battery pack (300 per charge)
missing Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Kodak S-1 as a Vlogging camera
Panasonic GX1 as a Vlogging camera
34
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
offers face detect focus
good video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
missing mic jack
32
touchscreen capability
features face detect focusing
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
missing mic socket
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Kodak S-1 vs Panasonic GX1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak S-1 and Panasonic GX1
 Kodak Pixpro S-1Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1
General Information
Make Kodak Panasonic
Model Kodak Pixpro S-1 Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1
Category Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Introduced 2014-06-24 2012-02-14
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor - Venus Engine FHD
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size Four Thirds Four Thirds
Sensor dimensions 17.3 x 13mm 17.3 x 13mm
Sensor area 224.9mm² 224.9mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4640 x 3480 4592 x 3448
Max native ISO 12800 12800
Lowest native ISO 200 160
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points 25 23
Lens
Lens mounting type Micro Four Thirds Micro Four Thirds
Available lenses 107 107
Focal length multiplier 2.1 2.1
Screen
Screen type Tilting Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inch 3 inch
Screen resolution 920k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen technology - TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic (optional)
Features
Min shutter speed 30 secs 60 secs
Max shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 5.0fps 4.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range no built-in flash 7.60 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, Slow Sync
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Max flash synchronize - 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 (60 fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video data format - MPEG-4, AVCHD
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 290 gr (0.64 lbs) 318 gr (0.70 lbs)
Dimensions 116 x 68 x 36mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.4") 116 x 68 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested 55
DXO Color Depth score not tested 20.8
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 10.6
DXO Low light score not tested 703
Other
Battery life 410 photographs 300 photographs
Battery type Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model LB-070 -
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots One One
Launch price $250 $228