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Kodak S-1 vs Panasonic GX850

Portability
88
Imaging
53
Features
61
Overall
56
Kodak Pixpro S-1 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX850 front
Portability
90
Imaging
55
Features
70
Overall
61

Kodak S-1 vs Panasonic GX850 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
  • Launched June 2014
Panasonic GX850
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 200 - 25600
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Micro Four Thirds Mount
  • 269g - 107 x 65 x 33mm
  • Introduced January 2017
  • Also referred to as Lumix DMC-GX800 / Lumix DMC-GF9
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Kodak S-1 vs Panasonic GX850 Overview

Here, we are contrasting the Kodak S-1 versus Panasonic GX850, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Panasonic. The resolution of the S-1 (16MP) and the GX850 (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (Four Thirds).

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The S-1 was released 3 years earlier than the GX850 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the S-1 scores vs the GX850 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Kodak S-1 over the Panasonic GX850

 S-1 GX850 

Reasons to pick Panasonic GX850 over the Kodak S-1

 GX850 S-1 
IntroducedJanuary 2017June 2014Newer by 30 months
Display resolution1040k920kCrisper display (+120k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Kodak S-1 and Panasonic GX850

 S-1 GX850 
Focus manually More accurate focusing
Display typeTiltingTiltingTilting display
Display size3"3"Same display dimensions

Kodak S-1 vs Panasonic GX850 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Kodak S-1 has physical dimensions of 116mm x 68mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.4") having a weight of 290 grams (0.64 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GX850 has sizing of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the S-1 compared to the GX850.

Kodak S-1 vs Panasonic GX850 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S-1 and GX850 is 88 and 90 respectively.

Kodak S-1 vs Panasonic GX850 top view buttons comparison

Kodak S-1 vs Panasonic GX850 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by looking through technical specs. The image below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the S-1 and GX850.

As you have seen, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures though you need to factor the age of the cameras into account. The more aged S-1 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Kodak S-1 vs Panasonic GX850 sensor size comparison

Kodak S-1 vs Panasonic GX850 Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak S-1 vs Panasonic GX850 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Kodak S-1 as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic GX850 as a Portrait photography camera
71
manual focus
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (Four Thirds)
supports face detect autofocus
supports RAW files
66
manual focus
MP count decent (16MP)
sensor size is decent (Four Thirds)
supports face detect focusing
delivers RAW files
external flash not possible
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Street Comparison

Kodak S-1 Street photography info
Panasonic GX850 Street photography info
85
has a tilting screen
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is decent (Four Thirds)
supports RAW files
80
has a tilting screen
sensor size is decent (Four Thirds)
delivers RAW files
includes touch focus
very good ISO range (25,600)
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Kodak S-1 Sports photography information
Panasonic GX850 Sports photography information
62
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
megapixel count good (16MP)
sensor size is decent (Four Thirds)
supports tracking focus
great battery pack (410 per charge)
max fps low (5.0 frames per second)
lacks phase detect autofocus
52
silent mode (1/16,000 seconds)
MP count decent (16MP)
sensor size is decent (Four Thirds)
supports tracking focus
max shutter speed is low (1/500 seconds)
does not have image stabilization
low battery life (210 per charge)
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Kodak S-1 as a Travel photography camera
Panasonic GX850 as a Travel photography camera
65
great battery pack (410 CIPA)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
missing Time Lapse mode
display isn't selfie friendly
79
includes touch focus
MP count decent (16MP)
has built in flash
selfie friendly screen
low battery life (210 CIPA)
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Landscape Comparison

Kodak S-1 as a Landscape photography camera
Panasonic GX850 as a Landscape photography camera
74
manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
good sized screen (3")
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
megapixel count good (16MP)
sensor size is decent (Four Thirds)
supports RAW files
great battery pack (410 CIPA)
missing Time Lapse mode
71
manual focus
change lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
screen size is decent (3 inches)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (Four Thirds)
does not have anti aliasing filter
very good ISO range (25,600)
delivers RAW files
does not have image stabilization
low battery life (210 shots)
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Vlogging Comparison

Kodak S-1 Vlogging factors
Panasonic GX850 Vlogging factors
34
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
supports face detect autofocus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
missing mic port
73
selfie friendly screen
touchscreen functionality
supports face detect focusing
high res video (3840 x 2160 pixels)
does not have image stabilization
does not have mic port
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Kodak S-1 vs Panasonic GX850 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak S-1 and Panasonic GX850
 Kodak Pixpro S-1Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX850
General Information
Company Kodak Panasonic
Model Kodak Pixpro S-1 Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX850
Also referred to as - Lumix DMC-GX800 / Lumix DMC-GF9
Category Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Launched 2014-06-24 2017-01-04
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor - Venus Engine
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
Highest Possible resolution 4640 x 3480 4592 x 3448
Maximum native ISO 12800 25600
Minimum native ISO 200 200
RAW files
Minimum enhanced ISO - 100
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points 25 49
Lens
Lens mount Micro Four Thirds Micro Four Thirds
Available lenses 107 107
Crop factor 2.1 2.1
Screen
Screen type Tilting Tilting
Screen size 3" 3"
Resolution of screen 920k dot 1,040k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 seconds 60 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/500 seconds
Fastest silent shutter speed - 1/16000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 5.0 frames/s 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range no built-in flash 4.00 m (at ISO 100)
Flash options Auto, Red-Eye Reduction, Fill Flash, Flash Off, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain Sync, Slow Sync+ Red-Eye Reduction Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps) 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 60i / 17 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 20 Mbps, MP4, H.264
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 3840x2160
Video file format - MPEG-4, AVCHD
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 290 gr (0.64 lb) 269 gr (0.59 lb)
Physical dimensions 116 x 68 x 36mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.4") 107 x 65 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested 73
DXO Color Depth score not tested 23.2
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 13.3
DXO Low light score not tested 586
Other
Battery life 410 photographs 210 photographs
Type of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model LB-070 -
Self timer - Yes (2, 10 sec, 3 images/10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC microSD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots 1 1
Pricing at release $250 $548