Kodak S-1 vs Panasonic GX7
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Kodak S-1 vs Panasonic GX7 Key Specs
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- 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
- Announced June 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 402g - 123 x 71 x 55mm
- Announced November 2013
- Superseded the Panasonic GX1
- Renewed by Panasonic GX8
Kodak S-1 vs Panasonic GX7 Overview
Its time to take a deeper look at the Kodak S-1 vs Panasonic GX7, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Kodak and Panasonic. The resolution of the S-1 (16MP) and the GX7 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (Four Thirds).
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe S-1 was introduced 8 months after the GX7 so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the S-1 grades versus the GX7 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Kodak S-1 vs Panasonic GX7 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak Pixpro S-1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7. The whole galleries are provided at Kodak S-1 Gallery and Panasonic GX7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak S-1 over the Panasonic GX7
S-1 | GX7 | |||
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Announced | June 2014 | November 2013 | More modern by 8 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GX7 over the Kodak S-1
GX7 | S-1 | |||
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Screen resolution | 1040k | 920k | Crisper screen (+120k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Kodak S-1 and Panasonic GX7
S-1 | GX7 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen measurements | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Kodak S-1 vs Panasonic GX7 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Kodak S-1 has got external 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) while the Panasonic GX7 has specifications of 123mm x 71mm x 55mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs).
Check the Kodak S-1 vs Panasonic GX7 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the S-1 versus the GX7.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S-1 and GX7 is 88 and 81 respectively.
Kodak S-1 vs Panasonic GX7 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is hard to see the gap between sensor sizes purely by checking a spec sheet. The pic underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S-1 and GX7.
As you can see, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP so you should expect similar quality of photos but you need to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more recent S-1 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.
Kodak S-1 vs Panasonic GX7 Screen and ViewFinder
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Kodak S-1 vs Panasonic GX7 Specifications
Kodak Pixpro S-1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Kodak | Panasonic |
Model type | Kodak Pixpro S-1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Announced | 2014-06-24 | 2013-11-07 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine |
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 | 16MP | 16MP |
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 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 25 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
Available lenses | 107 | 107 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 920k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,765k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Fastest silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 7.00 m (at ISO 200) |
Flash modes | Auto, Red-Eye Reduction, Fill Flash, Flash Off, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain Sync, Slow Sync+ Red-Eye Reduction | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Slow sync w/red-eye reduction, off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/320s |
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 (60p, 60i, 50p, 50i, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
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 lb) | 402 gr (0.89 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 68 x 36mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.4") | 123 x 71 x 55mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 70 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.2 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 718 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 photographs | 350 photographs |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LB-070 | - |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 10 secs w/ 3 shots) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $250 | $1,000 |