Kodak S-1 vs Pentax Q10
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Kodak S-1 vs Pentax Q10 Key Specs
(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
(Full Review)

Kodak S-1 vs Pentax Q10 Overview
The following is a extensive review of the Kodak S-1 versus Pentax Q10, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Kodak and Pentax. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the S-1 (16MP) and Q10 (12MP) and the S-1 (Four Thirds) and Q10 (1/2.3") have different sensor measurements.

The S-1 was manufactured 22 months after the Q10 making them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the S-1 grades versus the Q10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Kodak S-1 vs Pentax Q10 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak Pixpro S-1 and Pentax Q10. The entire galleries are available at Kodak S-1 Gallery and Pentax Q10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak S-1 over the Pentax Q10
S-1 | Q10 | |||
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Revealed | June 2014 | ![]() | September 2012 | Newer by 22 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax Q10 over the Kodak S-1
Q10 | S-1 |
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Common features in the Kodak S-1 and Pentax Q10
S-1 | Q10 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lacking Touch display |
Kodak S-1 vs Pentax Q10 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Kodak S-1 comes with exterior measurements 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 Pentax Q10 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).
Analyze the Kodak S-1 versus Pentax Q10 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the S-1 versus the Q10.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S-1 and Q10 is 88 and 92 respectively.

Kodak S-1 vs Pentax Q10 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing technical specs. The image underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S-1 and Q10.
As you can tell, both of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The S-1 because of its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Kodak S-1 will deliver greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The younger S-1 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Kodak S-1 vs Pentax Q10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak S-1 vs Pentax Q10 Specifications
Kodak Pixpro S-1 | Pentax Q10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Kodak | Pentax |
Model type | Kodak Pixpro S-1 | Pentax Q10 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2014-06-24 | 2012-09-10 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4640 x 3480 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 25 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Micro Four Thirds | Pentax Q |
Available lenses | 107 | 8 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 920 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (optional) |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames per second | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 7.00 m |
Flash options | 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, Trailing-curtain sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/2000s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
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 | 290g (0.64 lbs) | 200g (0.44 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 68 x 36mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.4") | 102 x 58 x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 49 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 21.1 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.9 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 183 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 photographs | 270 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LB-070 | D-LI68 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $250 | $350 |