Kodak S-1 vs Samsung NX1100

In this article, we will be evaluating the Kodak S-1 versus Samsung NX1100, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the S-1 (16MP) and the NX1100 (20MP) is pretty comparable but the S-1 (Four Thirds) and NX1100 (APS-C) use totally different sensor measurements.

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The S-1 was released 15 months later than the NX1100 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a quick summary of how the S-1 matches up vs the NX1100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak Pixpro S-1 and Samsung NX1100. The complete galleries are available at Kodak S-1 Gallery and Samsung NX1100 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and size. The Kodak S-1 has got outer measurements of 116mm x 68mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.4") along with a weight of 290 grams (0.64 lbs) and the Samsung NX1100 has specifications 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 Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the S-1 against the NX1100.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the S-1 and NX1100 is 88 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to envision the difference in sensor measurements only by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic here may give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S-1 and NX1100.

As you can see, the two cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The S-1 due to its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF more challenging and the Samsung NX1100 will show greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more recent S-1 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.