Kodak S-1 vs Samsung NX1000

Lets look a little more in depth at the Kodak S-1 and Samsung NX1000, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands Kodak and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the S-1 (16MP) and the NX1000 (20MP) is fairly close but the S-1 (Four Thirds) and NX1000 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The S-1 was announced 2 years later than the NX1000 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the S-1 matches up versus the NX1000 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak Pixpro S-1 & Samsung NX1000. The whole galleries are available at Kodak S-1 Gallery & Samsung NX1000 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Kodak S-1 has outside dimensions of 116mm x 68mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.4") with a weight of 290 grams (0.64 lbs) and the Samsung NX1000 has proportions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the S-1 and the NX1000.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S-1 and NX1000 is 88 and 90 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to see the difference in sensor measurements simply by looking through technical specs. The visual here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S-1 and NX1000.

As you can tell, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The S-1 with its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF trickier and the Samsung NX1000 will provide you with extra detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more recent S-1 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.